Quiero Ser Maestro

This book tells the story of farmers and life on a farm. What do farmers do? What tools and equipment do they use? Who helps them? Livestock, crops and daily chores are perfectly captured in descriptive photography. With full-color, full-page photographs throughout plus straightforward and engaging text, the I Want to Be ... series is an appealing introduction to a broad spectrum of occupations. The series gives young children a realistic insight into the working day of adults. Easy-to-read captions and color photographs of women and men from different cultures help children understand what's ...

The I Want to Be... series gives young children a realistic insight into the working day of adults. Easy-to-read captions and color photographs of women and men from different cultures help children understand what's involved in each occupation. Young readers learn to respect the importance of doing a job well and appreciate the contributions these workers make to our life and the world around us. These books are perfect for reading alone or in group story times. They are certain to spark questions and encourage dialogue and prompt children to learn more about these occupations. Quiero ser...

¿De dónde viene la enorme disparidad entre las mujeres y los hombres en nuestra sociedad? Para descubrirlo, Bravi y Werner recorren la historia de la humanidad desde sus orígenes hasta nuestros tiempos, y muestran que la brecha en los derechos que han experimentado las mujeres no es nueva. Desde la división del trabajo en la prehistoria hasta lo último en la lucha por los derechos reproductivos, pasando por el voto, el dinero, los hijos, el apellido y muchos otros temas en los que las mujeres han tenido históricamente las de perder, esta cronología es una herramienta indispensable e...

Despite unprecedented economic growth, the injustices and turmoil endured by Mexico over the course of Porfirio Diaz's three-decade presidency would lead to the outbreak of that country's biggest social revolution. In this profusely-illustrated history book for children, the events surrounded Porfirio Diaz's mandate are narrated in a simple, clear style. The book's profuse illustrations contribute to a didactic and comprehensive understanding of the Porfiriato. The supplementary charts and the timeline spanning the 1876-1911 period help organize and narrow down the most relevant facts in this ...

Tras la imprescindible referencia al Nilo como protagonista indiscutible del origen y desarrollo de la civilización egipcia, referencia que da pie a su vez al análisis de la economía y de la sociedad, la autora realiza una síntesis de la historia del Antiguo Egipto. Comienza con la unificación del Alto y Bajo Egipto, y continúa con los diferentes períodos dinásticos, Imperio Antiguo, Medio y Nuevo, hasta su fin tras la conquista romana. Los últimos capítulos se dedican a la religión, la ciencia y el arte. La obra rebasa el tradicional enfoque personalizador y dinástico aplicado al ...

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...