Thomas Edison

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...

Before she became First Lady of the United States, Melania Trump was known for being a model in the fashion industry. In this engaging volume, readers get to take a look into her life, from her early years in Europe and her emigration to the United States to her move into the White House. Colorful photographs paired with concise text make for a captivating book that is sure to appeal to readers of many ages and levels.

New York City’s desegregated Palladium Ballroom springs to life with a diverse 1940s cast in this jazzy picture-book tribute to the history of mambo and Latin jazz. Era la década de 1940 en la segregada cuidad de Nueva York. Ya sea que bailaras al sonido de las trompetas y los saxofones en un salón en el barrio italiano o en la calle al son de maracas y congas en el barrio puertorriqueño, generalmente bailabas en el lugar donde vivías y con gente de tu mismo origen. Pero antes de que terminara la década, una nueva sala de baile — el Palladium – acogió a personas de todos los...

Octavio the bear cub does not want to go to school, and no matter what his mother, his teacher, and his classmates do or say, his answer is always a resounding "No!"

En los veintiséis relatos que contienen este volumen, Gianni Rodari plantea y describe de forma magistral situaciones llenas de humor, imaginación y fantasía, para ofrecernos su visión del mundo que nos ha tocado vivir.

Teach students about World War I and how it began with this nonfiction Spanish-translated book. Readers will learn about important topics such as neutrality, alliances, propaganda, liberty bonds, and communism. Intriguing facts, primary source images, and supportive text work to engage readers and help students understand the social studies content. Informational text features help students navigate the text.