Mujeres que cambiaron el mundo: Read-Along eBook

Meet six women who did great things. They were leaders in politics, civil rights, healthcare, science, and sports. They helped and inspired others. All of them followed their dreams. Discover the journeys they took. This inspiring Spanish book introduces second grade students to the lives of notable women including Marie Curie, Clara Barton, Wilma Rudolph, Rosa Parks, and more. Engaging images in conjunction with easy-to-read text and basic text features provide readers with an inviting reading and learning experience.

Based on the premise that all young people should learn to make decisions, respect themselves, and resolve challenging problems, this book is a self-help guide for adolescents to develop positive thinking, high self-esteem, and personal power. Exercises guide readers through learning about their own feelings, dreams, and needs while stressing that they are responsible for their own behavior and happiness. Situational anecdotes used to enhance the discussion are age-appropriate and relevant to children. Writing and keeping a journal are encouraged, and group exercises make the book useful in...

Diego Valverde Villena (Lima, 1967). Magíster en Literatura Inglesa y licenciado en Filología Hispánica, Filología Inglesa y Filología Alemana. Ha realizado estudios de doctorado en las universidades de Oxford, Heidelberg, Tubinga, Chicago y Complutense de Madrid. Profesor de literatura en la Universidad Mayor de San Andrés y profesor visitante en universidades europeas y americanas. Sus ensayos recorren la literatura universal, con especial dedicación a la literatura hispanoamericana. Sobre Álvaro Mutis ha publicado Varado entre murallas y gaviotas. Seis entradas en la bitácora de...

Desde el origen de la humanidad se ha buscado la felicidad. Sabemos que existe, aunque a veces aparezca disfrazada, secuestrada por el dolor, el miedo, la depresión o el odio. Se llega a la conclusión de que, en el mundo de hoy, la mayoría de las personas nos consideramos generalmente felices la mayor parte del tiempo.

Describes the U.S. Navy, including their vehicles such as jets, aircraft carriers, and submarines, their weapons, and some of the different jobs that members perform in the Navy. Written in English and Spanish.