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Procurar buenos hábitos de higiene —como lavar las frutas y verduras, lavarse las manos antes de comer y después de ir al baño, y beber agua pura y simple— resulta importante para prevenir enfermedades gastrointestinales. Esto es lo que la niña protagonista de este cuento aprende cuando está a punto de cruzar la delgada línea entre la vida y la muerte.

La Cátedra Alfonso Reyes del Tecnológico de Monterrey presenta este libro como un espacio de vanguardia orientado a la promoción y la reflexión sobre las Humanidades. Considera fundamental abordar el tema de la vigencia y los alcances del Humanismo renacentista y su relación con las llamadas Nuevas humanidades y los Nuevos humanismos. Así inicia este libro, celebra el XXII aniversario de la Cátedra con una mesa sobre el Humanismo en Reyes, en la que se reúnen a tres reconocidos reyistas: Liliana Weinberg, Coral Aguirre y Javier Garciadiego.

Depression is an unfortunately common mental health issue that many people don’t know how to address. In this straightforward, practical guide, readers will learn how they can identify and help a friend who is suffering from depression. Written in a compassionate tone, this guide separates out fact from fiction, providing an informative list of myths and facts to dispel common incorrect notions about depression as well as a thoughtful list of questions readers can ask their guidance counselor about a friend’s depression and seeking help. The result? Empowered readers who can lend a hand...

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...