Rubén Darío

Poetic text recounts the childhood of the noted Spanish poet, including his love for the nature and folklore of his native Andalusia, his introduction to music and literature at home, and his health problems.

"Una nina humilde, timida y callada llego a convertirse en una gran escritora. Que tan grande? Fue el primer latinoamericano que recibio el Nobel de Literatura, el premio mas importante que se entrega a los autores en todo el mundo! Quieres conocer a Gabriela Mistral? Abre este libro y empieza a leer!"--P. [4] of cover.

The Bill of Rights is one of the most important parts of the United States Constitution. Understanding this document is a vital part of understanding the rights we have as American citizens. This informative volume delves into each amendment of the Bill of Rights and looks at the important people and political decisions behind them. Graphic organizers, charts, and primary source documents supplement this already richly informational resource.

Describes the life and work of the scientist who was persecuted by the Inquisition for his views of the universe.

This nonfiction book explores the history, culture, customs, and beliefs of California's American Indian tribes including the Chumash, Tongva, Hupa, Yokuts, Quechan, and Coso tribes. Detailed primary source images in conjunction with Spanish text provide 3rd grade students with an inviting reading and learning experience as they build their social studies knowledge. This book includes basic informational text features including a glossary, an index, table of contents, and reader's guide. Students will be intrigued by Native American history with this fascinating nonfiction Spanish book.

"Gonzalo nos brinda la crudeza de la realidad y el terror de la psique enferma de sus personajes. Sigue los pasos de Guillermina, una chica provinciana que es sometida al délito de: trata de personas en la modalidad de explotación sexual. Inocente pueblerina, hija de familia, adolescente enamorada, joven abducida,dama de compañía, objeto sexual,bailarina de “teibol”, prostituta callejera,el infierno nunca se detiene. Carlos, aquél que le prometió amor, la introduce a este mundo en el que él ha estado desde hace mucho y que se ha llevado la cordura de este extraño hombre. "