¿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.

Modeled after the adult version of Oracional bilingüe: A Prayer Book for Spanish-English Communities, this volume for children encourages prayer across national, cultural, and linguistic borders. Oracional bilingüe para niños provides Spanish and English texts of the most loved and commonly used prayers in large, readable type and in an easy-to-follow, facing-page, parallel presentation. The English text appears on the left page, with the Spanish text directly across from it on the right. In addition, illustrations by well-known artist Gertrud Mueller Nelson complement each page and add to ...

Durante veinticinco años Clara Ribalta es la hermana Nazaret dentro de un asilo de ancianos en Córdoba, pero un deslumbrador descubrimiento la transformará de nuevo en Clara Ribalta. Las afueras de Dios trata del itinerario físico y espiritual de esa mujer, que vive y ama hasta la muerte y más allá. El amor es el único alimento de su cuerpo y su alma. En muchas de sus manifestaciones: el divino, con su noche oscura, y también el humano; el que asciende a las cumbres más altas y el que se entrega del cuerpo; el amor franciscano a todas las criaturas y el amor a los ancianos, que...

"Periodista, guionista cinematográfico, novelista y autor teatral de gran originalidad y uno de los humoristas más célebres de nuestra época, Jardiel es el auténtico renovador del teatro cómico español del presente siglo, dominando la comedia cosmopolita basada en el humor de situación. Su ansia de invención le llevó a la utilización de nuevos recursos, jugando en la construcción de sus obras con el elemento de sorpresa de manera magistral. Jardiel huyó siempre de la facilidad y, por ello, en el desarrollo de sus tramas se suceden las situaciones imprevistas, los efectos...

Read Along or Enhanced eBook: From hermit crabs that make a home out of anything they can find to tiny termites that build tall towers, animals of all kinds are architects! In this engaging, Spanish-translated nonfiction title, elementary children will learn about these amazing animal architects and the things they build for habitation and camouflage through vivid images, stimulating facts, informational text, a helpful glossary, and a reference list of useful websites.