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Born into slavery, Frederick Douglass relied on his own determination and ingenuity to carve a path to freedom. Once free, he dedicated his life to improving the lives of others and fighting for justice and equality. This inspirational Spanish biography uses primary sources to engage students in learning about the fascinating life of Frederick Douglass. Students will build their literacy skills as they are immersed in social studies content. Text features include a glossary and an index to increase comprehension and academic vocabulary.

Describes which animals are loud and which are quiet, including such creatures as cicadas, whales, mice, and fish.

Advances in science have changed our world, all thanks to the scientists behind important discoveries. Some of the most important discoveries have come from female scientists, who were as unique for their work as they were for being trailblazers in a male-dominated industry. This text offers a biographical treatment of such important scientists as Marie Curie, Rachel Carson, and Jane Goodall, as well as others who have made it possible for women of the future to have a career in science. Age-appropriate text, fact boxes, historical and modern images, and a comprehensive timeline complete the...

Un día, cuando Juana Inés tenía tres años, quiso imitar a su hermana Josefa y la siguió a la escuela. Desde ese momento todos los días se convirtieron para ella en un descubrimiento, empezó a escribir y a jugar con palabras. Juana Inés descubrió rápidamente el mundo y las limitantes que, por ser mujer se le imponían. Quiso entonces alejarse de lo mundano y refugiarse en un convento para entregarse al conocimiento.