Cómo actuar de manera informada (How to Take Informed Action)

Equality is a contentious issue in our society today. This is why it's important for students to be given information related to equality so they can come to reasonable conclusions of their own. Using age-appropriate language, this book discusses equality in a number of different forms and touches upon why equality is so important in a democracy. The text also explores how extreme equality, like most extremes, could be a bad and unrealistic idea. Readers will gain enough information to understand and think about this complex idea for themselves.

In order for any democracy to function well, understanding how and when to compromise is a necessity. This book introduces students to how compromise makes governing possible. Using examples of how compromise works in their own lives, students will gain a better understanding of how compromise work on a larger level. Conversely, readers will also learn that compromise may be the wrong course of action in some situations and that some issues are of such critical importance or high moral worth that standing firm is appropriate.

What is the common good and how does it benefit society? This book looks at the history behind the notion of the common good, touching on ideas from several famous philosophers. Readers will then learn how the common good can be promoted through education and community. Full-color photographs and accessible language help students connect with the text and develop reading comprehension skills. Important elementary subjects from the C3 Framework for Social Studies are discussed in detail throughout this informative book.

Spanish Language Edition This Spanish version of The Picture Bible New Testament is as classic as the English version. It contains full-color comic format stories of the New Testament.

Los escritos de Conchita Bermejo Jiménez han sido publicados como homenaje a la autora. Varios de ellos, muy pocos, habían sido publicados; algunos habían recibido - hace más de cuarenta años- premios muy importantes en su momento, pero nadie podía imaginar que Conchita tuviese guardadas en sus carpetas tantas páginas repletas de belleza, sensibilidad e inteligencia.

Children will love watching the universe unfold before their eyes in this four-meter foldout llustration of the solar system. They'll be able to discover a unique illustrated journey through space.

This inspiring Spanish-translated biography allows readers to learn about the incredible life of Sojourner Truth. Featuring a timeline of Sojourner's life, a glossary, and an index working in conjunction with vibrant images and supportive text, this title will leave young readers inspired by Sojourner's life as an abolitionist and suffragist.