Jackie Robinson

The Pledge of Allegiance: Poem of Patriotism is a story of some students who are struggling with the meaning of the Pledge of Allegiance. Even though they say it everyday, they are not quite sure what they are saying. With the help of their teachers and parents, the children soon learn what the pledge means and what it symbolizes about freedom in America. 20pp.

In this inspiring Spanish-translated biography, readers will learn about the life of Wilma Rudolph, the first American woman to win three gold medals at one Olympics. Readers will feel engaged and inspired as they read about Rudolph's incredible journey from a young girl with polio, to her first encounter with track and field, to becoming one of the best Olympic athletes of her time! A timeline of Rudolph's life, a glossary, and index are provided for further understanding of the content and improvement in vocabulary.

This Spanish-translated biography introduces readers to Jackie Robinson, the first African American to play Major League Baseball for the Brooklyn Dodgers. Featuring lively images and inspirational text in conjunction with a helpful glossary, index, and timeline of Robinson's life, this title will engage readers as they read about Jackie's life as a college athlete, his start in the Negro League, his stand against segregation, and how he became the first person to ever get named Rookie of the Year. This 6-Pack includes six copies of this title and a lesson plan.

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How do you truly engage students in learning history? When students make personal connections to the subject, they’re much more motivated to learn. This Spanish book provides firsthand accounts of history that give personal insights into historical events. This primary source book focuses on the history of California’s Native American tribes: the Tongva, Yokuts, Yana, and Yahi. With a visually appealing layout, this book features captivating text, fun facts, sidebars, and time lines that help students grasp the essential concepts they need to know at their grade level. Packed with...

Edith Stein Courant nació en 1891 en Bresláu (Polonia), en el seno de una familia judía de clase media. De carácter fuerte, alegre y voluntarioso, Edith pronto destacó en la escuela por su compañerismo e inteligencia. Su espíritu de superación la llevó siempre a buscar la verdad sobre el ser humano y el mundo. En 1921 leyó la autobiografía de santa Teresa de Jesús y tomó la firme decisión de convertirse al catolicismo. En 1934 se hizo carmelita descalza. Trabajó en estudios filosóficos sobre santo Tomás de Aquino y san Juan de la Cruz, mientras era perseguida por su...

Al capitán Jakab Störr las mujeres siempre le han desconcertado. Razón de más para evitarlas... hasta que irrumpe en su vida Lizzy, la adorable y encantadora Lizzy, la pícara y coqueta francesita por la que el rudo capitán beberá los vientos... y recogerá tempestades. Porque pronto, tal vez demasiado, el matrimonio revelará su calidad de espejismo: la volubilidad de la bella Lizzy, sus medias verdades, su variable estado de ánimo y la convicción secreta del capitán de que su mujer le engaña con otro acabarán sumiendo a Störr en un maremoto de emociones y desengaños que dará...