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.

This book introduces readers to what it means to celebrate Divali, and shows them why this holiday is special.

Aunque hoy en día el efecto invernadero aparece en la prensa con frecuencia, se le conoce desde mediados del siglo XIX y siempre se ha sospechado de la influencia de la actividad humana en él. Sin embargo, para constatar el efecto de calentamiento global actual y aceptar la responsabilidad del hombre en su rápido crecimiento, hubo que luchar contra intereses ligados al desarrollo industrial que supuestamente está sustentado por el conocimiento científico. "Esta historia empieza a principios del siglo XIX, cuando unos científicos descubrieron que nuestro planeta no siempre tuvo el mismo...

Learn about Californians who have made a difference! Students will learn about important Californians including John Muir, Dorothea Lange, Sally Ride, and Ansel Adams with this nonfiction text that builds students’ reading skills and social studies content knowledge. The intriguing primary source maps, letters, documents, and images provide authentic nonfiction reading materials and keep students interested in learning. Text features include a glossary, index, captions, sidebars, and table of contents. This book connects to California state studies standards and the NCSS/C3 Framework and...

Acostarse, bañarse, dejar de utilizar el pañal o comer suelen ser actividades dificultosas para los niños y, a menudo, preocupan a los padres. Ahora, los mayores y los pequeños aprenderán a desarrollar actitudes positivas ante estas situaciones; los más pequeños lo pueden hacer a través de cuatro historias de niños que, como ellos, se resisten a crecer. Además, los cuentos incluyen valiosos consejos para facilitar la tarea de los padres.