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A Book Series by the Customs Anti Narcotic Unit
The Truth About Drugs is a national drug education book series created to speak honestly to children and teenagers. No scare tactics, no sugar-coating, and no outdated messaging.
This series is designed for real life, real choices, and real pressures young people face today.
The books break down:
What drugs actually are
How they affect the brain, body, and emotions
Why “trying it once” isn’t harmless
How addiction really starts
The long-term impact on school, relationships, mental health, and future opportunities
Everything is explained in clear, age-appropriate language, backed by science, law-enforcement insight, and public-health facts.
The series is structured for different age groups:
Ages 6–10: Simple messages, visuals, and early decision-making skills
Ages 11–13: Understanding risk, peer pressure, and consequences
Ages 14–18: Straight facts about drugs, addiction, mental health, and life impact
Each book meets young people where they are, with no lectures and no assumptions.
Developed by the Customs Anti Narcotic Unit, this series supports:
Schools and teachers
Parents and caregivers
Community programmes
Youth organisations
It aligns with national drug-prevention priorities while staying relatable and engaging for young readers.
Real confidence is knowing the truth.
Real power is protecting your future.
Drugs promise shortcuts.
This series shows the real cost and the smarter way forward.
Research and experience show that early, honest education:
Reduces risky experimentation
Builds stronger decision-making skills
Encourages help-seeking behaviour
Lowers the chance of long-term harm
By reaching young people before misinformation does, this series helps them build a safer foundation for the future.
Talking about drugs doesn’t need a “big speech.” It works best as many small, honest conversations over time.
Use simple language with younger children and add detail as they grow. If they’re old enough to ask, they’re old enough to hear the truth—at their level.
Ask what they’ve heard from friends, school, or social media. Don’t interrupt or overreact. Listening builds trust.
Stick to facts. Avoid exaggeration or threats. Kids can tell when adults are bluffing, and fear-based talk shuts conversations down.
Explain how peer pressure works and practice ways to say “no” confidently. Confidence matters more than memorising facts.
Talk about how drugs can affect school, sports, friendships, mental health, and future plans—things they actually care about.
Let them know they can always talk to you, even if they’ve made a mistake. Support and guidance work better than punishment.
Books like The Truth About Drugs are designed to help start these conversations and keep them going, without awkwardness or lectures.
Remember:
The goal isn’t control.
The goal is understanding, trust, and informed choices.
The Customs Anti Narcotic Unit is committed to protecting children and young people through early prevention, honest education, and practical life skills. This book series provides age-appropriate facts, real-world examples, and clear guidance to help young people understand the risks of drugs, resist peer pressure, and make informed decisions.
Our commitment goes beyond awareness. These books are designed to support schools, parents, and communities, reinforce healthy choices, promote mental well-being, and strengthen youth resilience. By giving young people the truth early and clearly, we help them protect their future, their potential, and their lives.
This book tells the truth about what alcohol actually does to your brain, body, and future, with no sugar-coating. It uses real Guyana examples, true stats, and honest outcomes to show how just one drink can lead to lifelong problems or how making a smart choice can change that. If you care about your goals, reputation, and your control over your story, this is a must-read. It’s short, visual, and straight to the point, with insights that could really save your future. To Read More, Click Here
The Truth About Drug Trafficking cuts through the hype and exposes the real cost behind “easy money”. This book shows how traffickers bait young people, how fast things spiral, and why the ones who promise protection always disappear when the law shows up. Packed with real Caribbean cases, clear explanations of Guyana’s drug laws, and true stories of lives derailed, it makes one thing clear: trafficking doesn’t build futures, it destroys them. Knowledge is power, and this book gives it straight. To Read More, Click Here
The Truth About Cannabis (Marijuana) cuts through the hype and shows teens what social media won’t tell you. It explains how today’s strong cannabis can impact your developing brain, why edibles and vapes are riskier than they seem, and how just relaxing can secretly mess with your motivation, mental health, and future plans. With real science, relevant examples, and no nonsense, this book helps you recognise the traps early and stay in control of your choices. To Read More Click Here
Why Vaping Is Not Cool: An Awareness Booklet for Students cuts through the social media hype and shows what vaping really does to your body, your brain, and your future. This booklet breaks down the facts in clear, student-friendly language, what’s actually inside vapes, why nicotine hooks teens faster, how vaping damages lungs, heart, and mental health, and why “flavoured clouds” are a trap, not a flex. With real-life stories, science-backed facts, and practical ways to say no and get help, it empowers students to make wise choices and stay in control. To Read More, Click Here
The Truth About Drugs: Illicit Pills & NPS doesn’t play games; it tells you exactly what’s happening on the streets right now. From fake pills laced with deadly synthetics to so-called “legal highs” that wreck your brain fast, this book breaks down the risks in clear, real talk. It mixes science, real-life stories, and straight facts to show how one pill can flip your whole future. If you want knowledge that actually protects you, not rumours, not hype, this is a smart, eye-opening read that could save your life. Click Here to Read More
The Truth About Drug Trafficking cuts through the hype and exposes the real cost behind “easy money.” This book shows how traffickers bait young people, how fast things spiral, and why the ones who promise protection always disappear when the law shows up. Packed with real Caribbean cases, clear explanations of Guyana’s drug laws, and true stories of lives derailed, it makes one thing clear: trafficking doesn’t build futures; it destroys them. If you want the truth before a bad choice becomes a permanent mistake. To Read More, Click Here
What You Don’t Know About Drugs is a fun, colourful, and eye-opening guide made especially for children ages 8–13. Led by friendly characters and simple explanations, the book breaks down what drugs really are, how they can trick the brain, and why some choices can be risky, even when something looks like candy or seems “cool”. Packed with games, puzzles, comics, and real-life scenarios, it helps kids learn how to say no, spot danger early, and make smart, confident decisions. To Read More, Click Here
Why You Should Say No to Drugs is a clear, motivating guide that helps young readers understand how one decision can shape their entire future. It explains, in simple and relatable terms, how drugs affect the body, mind, relationships, and opportunities without fear tactics or lectures. Through real-life examples, strong messages about self-respect, and practical ways to handle peer pressure, the book shows that saying “no” isn’t a weakness. To Read More, Click Here
Saying No is a bright, fun, and empowering story created especially for young children. Through the friendly CANU Jaguar and a simple story about a boy named Johnny, the book shows how easy and powerful it is to make the right choice when faced with peer pressure. This book builds confidence, good decision-making, and courage in a way kids understand and enjoy making it a perfect first step in drug awareness
What Parents Need to Know About Drugs is a practical, eye-opening guide designed to help parents stay informed, confident, and involved in their child’s life. It breaks down the drugs young people are most likely to encounter today, shows how to spot early warning signs, explains new slang and hidden packaging, and gives clear advice on how to start difficult but necessary conversations. Grounded in Guyana’s reality and backed by real support resources, this book empowers parents to act early, communicate better, and protect their children before small risks turn into serious problems. To Read More, Click Here
CANU’s Teacher Guide on Drugs is a practical, no-nonsense resource built to help educators stay one step ahead of modern drug trends affecting students. It breaks down what drugs look like, how they’re hidden, the warning signs to watch for, and, most importantly, how to talk to students in a way that actually works. Packed with real Guyana-based context, classroom activities, decision-making scenarios, and clear response protocols, this guide turns teachers into confident frontline protectors. To Read More, Click Here
Illicit Drugs and Its Effects is a straight-facts guide that shows what really happens behind the names, rumours, and street myths about drugs. It explains how different illicit drugs affect the body, mind, and behaviour, while also breaking down the serious legal consequences under Guyana’s laws. Clear, detailed, and grounded in real-world enforcement and health realities, this book helps readers understand why drugs don’t just harm individuals, they damage families, communities, and futures. To Read More Click Here