Dora, la hija del Sol

Describes which animals are loud and which are quiet, including such creatures as cicadas, whales, mice, and fish.

Una obra poética basada en la metáfora de un pajarito que estuvo cautivo, que después de algunos años logra salir, y decide cantar una dulcísona tonada, al compás de tres notas en una; quizá alguien lo escuche, y tal vez disfrute de su canto...Mientras tanto, el pajarito solo espera... Descansa en un curioso columpio... Reposa a través del tiempo... Está es la historia de ese pajarito cautivo, que misteriosamente logró estar libre.¿Cuál es su nombre? ¿Cómo salió? ¿Alguien lo liberó? ¿Quien podría ser?Y lo más importante... Que sea quien sea, debió de tener la llave. Más...

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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...