I'm Like You, You're Like Me

La enseñanza de la Historia Nacional en nuestro país se ha caracterizado siempre por hacernos ver a sus protagonistas como frías estatuas de bronce o piedra, seres inexpresivos e inhumanos que nos observan con Mirada ausente desde su pedestal. Es por ello que hemos decidido pedir a los propios protagonistas de la Independencia que nos cuenten vida y obra con aciertos y errores incluidos, desde que nacieron y hasta el momento previo a su muerte. Esto con el único propósito de quitarle a la historia patria esa fría y aburrida solemnidad con la que también se suelen presentar los...

Now available in a Spanish language edition, this charming board book was originally published in English by Barron's in Spring 2003, titled My Own Human Body. It explains the human body in a series of words and pictures that are simplified for preschool boys and girls. The heavy board pages are die-cut in the shape of a smiling little boy. When kids lift the front cover, they remove his shirt and see the location of his heart. The text gives a simple explanation of how the heart pumps blood through the entire body. As kids turn successive pages, they observe the human body's interior and...

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. Students will learn about the U.S. Constitution, the Articles of Confederation, the Connecticut Compromise, and the Bill of Rights. 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...

En Colombia ha predominado, por lo que a la poesía hace referencia, una retórica de sensaciones, aún en autores tan vigorosos como un Silva, un de Greiff, un Barba-Jacob, un Aurelio Arturo. Con Eduardo Gómez, por primera vez escapamos de ese círculo de ondas morosas y adormecedoras.