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«Nacer y crecer en Nápoles agota el destino: vaya uno donde vaya, ya lo ha recibido como dote, mitad lastre, mitad salvoconducto.» Un hombre recuerda el verano de sus diez años en un pueblo costero cerca de Nápoles, los años en que se anhela un futuro desde el que sólo se puede mirar atrás. Entre la pesca y los libros, los paseos en solitario y los encuentros con los muchachos del barrio, transcurren sus días, hasta que conoce a una niña sin nombre que le descubre el peso de palabras como amor o justicia. A los diez años, la edad se escribe por primera vez con dos cifras. La...

Plymouth Rock chickens and Silkie chickens are just a couple of the many breeds of chickens living on farms. Readers will learn how farmers raise chickens and what different breeds are called. This high-interest book combines eye-catching photographs with manageable text to best reach its readers. Readers will love learning chicken fun facts, while gaining an understanding of why chickens are farmyard staples. Text is supported by a variety of tools, including a picture glossary, table of contents, index, and additional websites.

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. This primary source book focuses on the creation of the Transcontinental Railroad. With a visually appealing layout, this 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...

Solar Energy Is Explained. Included In This Book Is Where It Comes From, Who Uses It, And The Positive And Negative Benefits Of Using It. Correlated To Common Core, Texas TEKS, Virginia Sols, And Georgia Performance Standards.