¿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.

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.

The Mi Mini Biografia series are Spanish language biographies for the earliest readers. This book examines the life of Davy Crockett in a simple, age-appropriate way that will help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a timeline and other informative backmatter.

Defender la Luz Mientras el mundo occidental caía en la oscuridad, ella se atrevió a defender la luz. Hipatia de Alejandría, nacida en el año 355, tras el reinado de Constantino, vivió en un Imperio Romano que se derrumbaba, un mundo en el que la obediencia a las autoridades religiosas triunfaba sobre la ciencia, en el que la razón y la lógica amenazaban el nuevo orden mundial. Era un mundo al borde de la Edad Media, un mundo que decidía la cuestión de la ciencia versus la religión, la libertad versus la ortodoxia, la tolerancia versus el odio. Durante más de 40 años, Hipatia se...

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Do you want to set your imagination free? Do you want to dream up amazing ideas and incredible inventions? You can! This book is all about getting creative. Anyone can do it. So get ready to start thinking outside the box! This full-color nonfiction reader will engage students in reading while introducing them to new vocabulary terms and concepts. Important text features include a glossary and a table of contents to develop students' comprehension and literacy skills. This Spanish book aligns with national and state standards and features exciting TIME For Kids content to keep English...