Una Postal Desde Italia (a Postcard from Italy)

Elements of magical realism turn a grandmother/grandson day of fishing into an extraordinary experience. When this duo casts out their lines, they catch some fish and a snapping turtle. But with a little time and patience, they catch all sorts of unexpected things in Magic Lake--rollerblades, fuzzy slippers, a fire-breathing dragon, and a ferry that takes them to faraway places. The young boy learns that life is an adventure filled with the magic of possibility.

"Twins Camila and Carlos find a postcard in their mailbox from a girl in Japan, and they set off on a magical adventure to see her country"--

After getting a postcard from their friend Jack in Australia, twins Carlos and Camila magically travel to visit their new friend and his country. Includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension.

"En la calle del Puchero estaba llorando un niño. Aquel llanto puso de un humor de perros al vecino de abajo. El vecino de abajo pegó un zapatazo en el suelo y le pisó el rabo a su gato. A partir de este incidente, las rutinas y hábitos cotidianos del vecindario se alteran y, siguiendo el mismo efecto que la caída de fichas en el dominó, los contratiempos se concatenan uno tras otro, propagando un ambiente hostil por el barrio. El gato cae encima del cartero, quien pierde la correspondencia semanal de la portera. Esta, enojada, grita al frutero, que desconcertado, no solo no acierta con ...

A little boy wonders what good is a koala. Will it help you win at soccer? Can it help you with your chores? He comes to realize that there are some questions only your heart can answer.

Allie's world is turned upside down when she's diagnosed with diabetes. Her over-protective parents are driving her crazy, and she's desperate to keep her condition a secret from her friends. But her secretive ways are awfully suspicious and soon the rumors are flying. Is Allie's reputation ruined for good? With a glossary, discussion questions, and writing prompts, this Junior High Drama story builds reading skills in interpretation and analysis. Fully translated Spanish text.

En el reino de Gabilonia gobiernan las prohibiciones. Justin pretende volver a los tiempos de honor y justicia, por eso quiere ser caballero. Aunque, para conseguirlo, necesita recuperar la espada de su abuelo. Cuando Justin conoce a Talía, se convierten en amigos inseparables. Juntos vivirán una gran aventura y superarán grandes obstáculos. Formato Fixed Layout especial para tabletas.