¿Qué es la igualdad? (What Is Equality?)

In the United States, the ability to take informed action is becoming increasingly necessary, and difficult. This book delves into the importance of being informed and explains how not all sources of information are equal. Readers are introduced to the scientific method as a way of testing information for credibility. Students will also learn how to turn credible information into action by forming groups, protesting, contacting elected representatives, and possibly even running for office themselves someday.

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.

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.

Action! It's time to enter the world of movie magic! readers are taken behind the scenes to find out what is needed to make a film. From the director to the actor, the director of photography to the costume designer, children will be fascinated to learn about the various aspects that go into motion pictures. With its vivid images, informational text, and impressive facts, this Spanish-translated nonfiction title will have readers engaged through the entire book as they discover amazing facts about their favorite genre--whether it be comedy, drama, action, or horror! This 6-Pack includes six...

París. Año mil cuatrocientos. Robin, un muchacho, pasa a formar parte de una banda de maleantes que planea el robo del Santo Grial. El chico no se imagina que esta será la gran aventura que cambiará totalmente el curso de su vida. ¿Adónde le conducirá este apasionante peregrinaje? Una novela de aventuras en la que se muestra la necesidad de honestidad y ética.

Se celebran 30 latinas y latinos influyentes en la historia estadounidense con Nuestra América, una antología completamente ilustrada del Centro Latino Smithsonian. Nuestra América resalta las historias inspiradoras de treinta latinas y latinos a lo largo de la historia y sus muchas contribuciones al carácter cultural, social y político de los Estados Unidos. Las historias de cada figura dentro del libro relatan su herencia cultural, su niñez y los retos y oportunidades con las cuales se encontraron al perseguir sus metas. Un glosario de términos y una guía de lectura, creada por el...

Muestre a los niños en tu vida la conexión impresionante entre el mundo natural y el Dios que lo creó. En ¡Cuán grande es nuestro Dios!, el autor best seller y pastor Louie Giglio ofrece 100 hechos y devociones nuevos e increíbles sobre Dios y la ciencia para despertar el asombro de to hijo por el Creador. Incluyendo hechos científicos sorprendentes, hermosas fotografías, divertidas ilustraciones y actividades simples, Cuán grande es nuestro Dios cubre temas como: El espacio y el tiempo La Tierra y el clima El cuerpo humano Los animales Las plantas ¡Y más! Con este devocional...