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

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.

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.

" Expresiones: Un Diario para las Adolescentes" es un libro que agradeceran todas las adolescentes o incluso preadolescentes. Los anos de la adolescencia y de la preadolescencia para las chicas son periodos en los que pasan por muchos cambios y tienen montones de experiencias nuevas. La mayoria del tiempo no quieren hablar con un adulto sobre lo que estan experimentando. Lo mejor que pueden hacer es anotar sus sentimientos y volverlos a repasar cuando pueden resolverlos mejor. Tambien es un buen modo para que ellas se den cuenta de como estan madurando durante ese periodo de tiempo en el que...

En este libro presentamos la vida de Jesus adaptada para los chicos con palabras simples y dibujos didacticos. El libro permite un recorrido por la historia de Jesus a traves de un dialogo entre un abuelo y sus nietos en donde este responde las inquietudes que la mayoria de los ninos puede presentar. Los textos, en los que se incluyen citas biblicas, fueron revisados por el Padre Diego Fares y por Monsenor Hector Di Monte.

Read Along or Enhanced eBook: Encourage readers to learn about the various animals that need help and what they can do to make a difference through volunteerism in this inspiring. Spanish-translated nonfiction title. Readers will discover different programs and organizations that work to protect animals, animal habitats, and endangered species through vibrant images and charts and informational text. Featuring a list of helpful and useful websites, this nonfiction title encourages readers to take part in animal activism in any way they can--from baking homemade dog biscuits to exploring...

El Monopoly y las obras caritativas; el altruismo y el cálculo de intereses egoístas; los nuevos ricos -altos ejecutivos con remuneraciones estratosféricas- y los nuevos pobres -los asalariados; el mundo multipolar sin fronteras y el renacimiento de las pulsiones nacionalistas; la nueva China que reproduce desigualdades dickensianas y las consecuencias paradójicas de la política del "hijo único"; la crisis del euro y las medidas de austeridad; los avances en biología y genética y la nueva servidumbre digital; las subprime y la lógica mercantil aplicada a la sanidad y la educación;...