Cuadernos de Obrajillo

Severn Cullis-Suzuki was only twelve years old when he addressed the entire world: What are we doing to Earth, our home? How far can human greed go? Little Severn embarrassed the world leaders and asked them to be consistent, that their actions would reflect their words. An emotional speech, full of truths as simple as they are revealing, and even more relevant today than when it was delivered. This is a bilingual edition.

Este libro reúne tres cuentos que transcurren en un viejo edificio de la Ciudad de México, protagonizados por los niños del tercer patio, acompañados de dos heroínas: Pau y Zitelina. En "El Pato cabalga", las diabluras de los chiquillos en la azotea terminan con la elevación al cielo de El Pato, el más travieso de todos. En "El secreto de la señora", Pau descubre el misterio que guarda celosamente la señora elegante, la dueña del edificio. Mientras que en "El esqueleto de Judy", los miembros del Club de Tinaco conspiran para rescatar el esqueleto de una elefanta llamada Judy (que se ...

A trip to Comic-Con becomes an adventure in learning division! Join Zach as he travels to San Diego to attend his very first comic book convention. Along the way, learn about the history of comic books and comic book conventions, and meet the dedicated fans who make Comic-Con one of the most widely attended comic book conventions in the world. This book combines math and literacy skills, and uses real-life examples of problem solving to teach subject area content. The full-color images, math charts and diagrams, sidebars, and practice problems make learning division relevant and fun. Text...

Before there was the U.S. Constitution, there were the Articles of Confederation. Readers discover the story behind the first written constitution of the United States—from the factors that inspired its creation to the reasons why it was replaced. The detailed main text is enhanced by informative sidebars and graphic organizers. Historical images, including relevant primary sources, allow readers to immerse themselves in this historical period. Readers are given the chance to thoroughly examine elements of the original document, making them feel like true historians. They’re sure to enjoy ...