Chaikovski Descubre America/Tchaikovsky Discovers America

Even young readers were likely saturated with exposure to Hillary Clinton over the course of the 2016 presidential election. But do they really know who she is and what she has accomplished? This volume bridges the gap between current news stories and what elementary readers really know about the first female presidential candidate. By illuminating the life and story of this powerhouse of politics, young readers can learn and be inspired by a story of perseverance, service to others, and commitment to beliefs. With a vivid, age-appropriate narrative, this much-needed volume is sure to be...

Centrada en el ambiente de una pequeą ciudad sureą y en un grupo de personas que- en torno a la figura emblemt̀ica del sordomudo John Singer, el personaje ms̀ conseguido de esta genial autora- tienen en comn︢ la esencial soledad, su marginalidad y el rechazo de una sociedad que les ignora.

Healthy Habits is a collection of four stories featuring the Chiminis, fictitious characters that live in the forest and are as small as pine cones. In each story, one of the Chiminis has an adventure that highlights the importance of hygiene, a good diet, and exercise, and offers general health advice.

The Suicide Shop, set in a futuristic world, is about the Tuvache family who sells the means for people to kill themselves (ropes tied for hanging, poison in bottles, and more). Mishima, Lucrece, and their children Vincent, Marilyn, and Alan are in the business to help others, though they cannot personally use any of their products. When asked why not, their mother replies that Ive told you a hundred times: because its impossible. Whod look after the shop? However, the parents have tried out one item and greatly regret this decision for most of the book. You see, they tested a condom with a...