George Washington Carver

These biographies introduce young readers to important figures in American history. Ideal for reports and correlated to the social studies curriculum, the series presents a straightforward account of each individual's life and times and describes how each person contributed to the shaping of our nation.

La joven Zahr, nacida y educada en Francia, donde quedó huérfana de madre al poco tiempo de nacer, viaja a la India tras descubrir la identidad de su verdadero padre: Amir, rajá de Badalpur. Tras un esfuerzo por integrarse en una comunidad musulmana estricta, que le exige sumisión y la renuncia de su libertad, termina por rebelarse contra su padre como hizo años antes su madre, la princesa Selma.Veinte años después, con el rajá en su lecho de muerte, Zahr vuelve a encontrarse con él. Su legado, uno de los jardines del palacio, le costará el enfrentamiento con el resto de su...

This Spanish nonfiction book gives students a close-up look at media by exploring all forms and how it plays an important role in society. Ideal for young readers, the book includes a glossary and a short fiction piece related to the topic. Students will learn to tell the difference between facts and opinions with this exciting book and the accompanying extension activity. This 32-page full-color Spanish book defines media, explains how to separate fact from fiction. It also covers important ideas like democracy and censorship, plus includes an extension activity for grade 3. Perfect for the...

How do you truly engage students in learning history? When students make personal connections to the subject, they’re much more motivated to learn. This Spanish book provides firsthand accounts of history that give personal insights into historical events. Students will learn about the events that lead to the American Revolution. With a visually appealing layout, this ESL book features captivating text, fun facts, sidebars, and time lines that help students grasp the essential concepts they need to know at their grade level. Packed with information and primary source maps, images, and...

Esta antología recoge el fruto de varios años de reflexión y análisis académicos de la maestra Gerlero. Los textos versan sobre algunos aspectos del arte de evangelización de la Nueva España durante el siglo XVI; muestran la riqueza de las manifestaciones artísticas enmarcadas por el encuentro de conquistadores, indígenas y las diferentes órdenes mendicantes que llegaron a la Nueva España para adoctrinar y convertir a la religión católica a los indios que iba encontrando la expansión territorial española.