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From war and death to school and gender equality, the Sociedad series discusses many serious issues in a way that can be easily understood by children. Although many of the situations and examples are specific to Mexico, these books can be applied to a general readership, particularly one of Hispanic origin. Reflecting on modern sciences, particularly biotechnology—from its limitations to its advances—this perceptive study answers many questions concerning cloning and genetically modified organisms, such as Why do scientists work in these arenas? What are the benefits of this technology?...

Emergency vehicles are there when people need help. Sometimes we need help when we are sick or there is a fire, or even when our car is not working. Let's explore the different vehicles that come to help! The Mi Mundo (My World) series is perfect for young learners in prekindergarten through grade 2. These 16-page books give readers an accessible introduction to nonfiction reading. Color photographs and fun, factual examples will grab the attention of young readers and help strengthen reading comprehension skills.

Durante toda su existencia, CORPUS BARGA (1887-1975) mantuvo una activa atención hacia Madrid, su ciudad natal. Al cuidado de Arturo Ramoneda, esta recopilación reúne, en primer lugar, artículos periodísticos de los años en que residió en París (entre 1914 y 1930) y viajaba a la capital, en los que describe, desde perspectivas inéditas, calles y plazas tantas veces recorridas, y va dejando constancia de los cambios que observa, sin dejar de criticar aspectos de sorprendente perennidad («Madrid es un campo de batalla: por todas partes hay barricadas, obras, derribos»). En sus PASEOS ...

A young girl explains how she and her diverse group of friends are all different from each other. In this first-person nonfiction narrative, vibrant photographs reinforce the idea of a community of students who respect each other and live in harmony. A picture-word glossary is included.