¡Es Ramadán y Eid al-Fitr! (It's Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr!)

From the Carnival celebration in Ponce to El Yunque National Forest, there's a lot to see and do in Puerto Rico. This island territory lies in the Caribbean. Puerto Rico introduces the state's history, geography, climate, economy, people, and places. Easy-to-read text, vivid images, and helpful back matter give readers a clear look at this subject. Features include a table of contents, infographics, a glossary, additional resources, and an index. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Core Library is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.

¡Feliz Cinco de Mayo! Esta fiesta anual comenzó después de la histórica victoria del ejército mexicano y ahora se celebra en muchas partes de los Estados Unidos. Aprende acerca de la comida, música y mucho más a través de fotografias llenas de color, diagramas y otros elementos de textos informativos. Las preguntas de pensamiento crítico a nivel apropiado ayudan a los lectores a ahondar en la información y comprender lo que hace única a esta celebración. ¡Feliz Cinco de Mayo! This annual fiesta began after a historical Mexican military victory, and now it is celebrated in many...

Con texto cuidadosamente organizado en niveles y fotografias frescas y vibrantes capturamos la atención de los jóvenes lectores para que aprendan sobre las tradiciones y celebraciones de Hanukkah. Además de tener un glosario con imágenes, ayudamos a desarrollar habilidades de lectura informativa con preguntas de pensamiento crítico apropiadas para esta edad. Carefully leveled text and fresh, vibrant photos engage young readers in learning about the traditions and celebrations of Hanukkah. Age-appropriate critical thinking questions and a photo glossary help build nonfiction learning...

A lo largo y ancho de los últimos tres decenios, Luis Manuel García Méndez se ha consagrado como uno de los más persistentes, destacados e inquietantes cultores del cuento en la literatura cubana contemporánea. Autor de nueve libros de relatos —dos de ellos aún inéditos—, ganador de infinidad de premios cubanos e internacionales, representante típico y a la vez singular de la narrativa que se escribe en la isla a partir del decenio de 1980 (cuando éramos tan jóvenes y casi felices, todos teníamos mucho pelo y hasta carnet de identidad), su trabajo en el género lo ha convertido ...

Quick Minds is an exciting, six-level course for young learners in Spain that enhances your students' thinking skills, sharpening their memory while improving their language skills. The Activity Book mirrors the content of the Pupil's Book. It practises the core vocabulary and grammar and consolidates skills development, with a variety of exercise types. 'Do that!' sections provide opportunities for speaking, while the Review and Culture sections provide extra listening practice and 'Get it right!' pages cover problem areas for Spanish speakers. A Grammar Practice section at the end of the...

Sep forces the moon to give him his wish, to be the maker of enchanted fiddle music but almost pays a horrible price for it.

It is the third Monday in January and school is closed. But do you know why? It's Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Turn the pages of this book to find out what dream Dr. King shared with the world, who Mohandas Gandhi was, how one brave woman helped Martin Luther King Jr. change history. Each book in the Holiday Histories series describes one of America's holidays or special days. Explore the history of each day and learn the real reason why it is important. Discover what special meaning each day might have for you.