Arthur Conan Doyle

Knowing how to listen is essential to learning, growing, and getting along with others. This gentle, encouraging book introduces and explains what listening means, why it’s important, and how to listen well. Realistic examples and inviting full-color illustrations bring the concepts to life. The focus throughout is on the positive results of being a good listener. Made to be read aloud, this book also includes a special section for adults, with ways to reinforce the skills being taught, questions to invite lively discussion, and listening games to play. Now children and adults can enjoy our ...

How do you truly engage students in learning history? When students make personal connections to the subject, they’re much more motivated to learn. This Spanish book provides firsthand accounts of history that give personal insights into historical events. This primary source book focuses on immigration in California from the time of the Gold Rush to the end of the 19th century. With a visually appealing layout, this book features captivating text, fun facts, sidebars, and time lines that help students grasp the essential concepts they need to know at their grade level. Packed with...

Have you ever wondered where inventors get some of their ideas? This answer may surprise you: sometimes the inspiration comes from plants! Learn how some tiny plants have made a huge difference in the world.

La historiografía local estaría incompleta si se obviara el extenso capítulo escrito durante siglos por las cofradías penitenciales que fueron y son en la ciudad de Valladolid. Por eso, he aquí la investigación, reconstrucción y difusión del devenir histórico de la Cofradía de Nuestra Señora de las Angustias de Valladolid, una de las más antiguas de cuantas configuran el plantel de “Penitenciales” en la ciudad, y una de las cofradías penitenciales con mayor raigambre en la memoria colectiva. En la presente obres se cristalizan años de infatigables y minuciosos estudios...