Mantenerse sano (Staying Healthy): Upper Emergent (Nonfiction Readers)

Dona Herweck Rice es una escritora estadounidense conocida principalmente por su trabajo en literatura infantil. Su carrera se ha caracterizado por una profunda dedicación a la creación de libros accesibles y atractivos para los jóvenes lectores, así como por su compromiso con la educación y la promoción de la lectura.

Rice ha escrito más de 100 libros, que abarcan una variedad de géneros, incluyendo ficción, no ficción y libros de texto. Muchos de sus escritos están destinados a niños de diversas edades, lo que refleja su deseo de fomentar el amor por la lectura desde una edad temprana. Entre sus obras más destacadas se encuentran títulos que han sido utilizados en el sistema educativo, ayudando a niños de diferentes contextos a mejorar sus habilidades de lectura y comprensión.

Además de ser autora, Dona Herweck Rice también ha trabajado como editora y consultora, colaborando con varias editoriales para desarrollar programas educativos que promuevan la lectura. Su experiencia en el ámbito editorial le ha permitido no solo perfeccionar su escritura, sino también entender las necesidades del mercado y las tendencias en la literatura infantil.

La obra de Dona Herweck Rice se caracteriza por un enfoque en temas que interesan a los niños, tales como la amistad, la aventura y el descubrimiento. Ella emplea un estilo narrativo claro y accesible que permite a los jóvenes lectores conectarse fácilmente con los personajes y las historias. Su habilidad para combinar elementos educativos con la narración la ha convertido en una figura influyente en el ámbito de la literatura para niños.

Uno de los objetivos más importantes de Rice es promover la lectura como una actividad divertida y enriquecedora. A lo largo de su carrera, ha participado en numerosas ferias del libro y eventos escolares, donde ha compartido su pasión por la literatura y ha animado a los niños a explorar el mundo de los libros.

Además de su trabajo en literatura infantil, Dona Herweck Rice ha contribuido a la educación a través de artículos y recursos pedagógicos destinados a maestros y educadores. Su enfoque práctico y sus consejos sobre cómo fomentar la lectura en el aula han sido bien recibidos, y muchos educadores la consideran una experta en el campo.

En resumen, Dona Herweck Rice es una escritora y educadora que ha dejado una huella significativa en la literatura infantil. Su compromiso con la promoción de la lectura, junto con su prolífica producción de libros, la convierten en una figura destacada en el ámbito de la literatura para jóvenes. A través de su trabajo, ha inspirado a innumerables niños a descubrir el placer de leer y ha contribuido a su desarrollo educativo y personal.

Act out the story of a race between a tortoise and a hare in this Spanish-translated script. The hare is always boasting that he is the fastest animal in the woods! Everyone is fed up with his boasting, so the tortoise challenges the hare to a race. The hare accepts, thinking the challenge is silly and a sure win. Read along to see if the slow-and-steady tortoise can beat the speedy hare! The roles in this Spanish script are written at different reading levels. This feature allows teachers to easily implement differentiation strategies and assign specific roles to students in a way that...

Read Along or Enhanced eBook: Robbery, gunfights, murder--outlaws ran rampant all across the Wild West! Readers will be introduced to some of the most famous robbers and outlaws of the Wild West in this enthralling, Spanish-translated nonfiction title. With vivid images, informational text, and incredible facts and stories about such well-known figures as Billy the Kid, Butch Cassidy, and Jesse James, readers will be engaged from cover to cover!

Readers are introduced to some of the most well-known criminals and tyrants of the past in this exciting nonfiction reader. Featuring intriguing facts and theories, colorful images, and informational text in conjunction with a glossary of terms, a bibliography, and a list of helpful websites with more information, this text will make readers want to learn all they can about ancient history and the bad guys and gals from the past. This book has been translated into Spanish.

This Spanish book introduces students to the concepts of growth and change. With images that are easy to identify and clear, simple sentence structures, this science reader simplifies scientific concepts for young students as they improve their reading skills. A fun and easy science experiment and Your Turn! activity provide more in-depth opportunities for additional learning. Nonfiction text features include a glossary and an index. Engage students in learning with this dynamic text!

Students will learn all about geometric shapes while engaged in reading about Greek Gods and Goddesses, mythology, and the constellations. This Spanish book uses real-world examples to teach math concepts, and incorporates nonfiction reading to increase vocabulary and comprehension skills. The practice problems, graphs, and sidebars provide many opportunities for students to practice their developing math skills, and apply what they've learned to their daily lives. Essential text features like a glossary, index, and table of contents will increase students' interest level and their...

Anne Frank's diary has become one of the most widely read books in the world. Readers will learn about Anne as she went into hiding from the Nazi Party in this Spanish-translated nonfiction title. Through vibrant images, informational text, timelines, and a glossary of terms, readers will discover the hardships Anne and her family went through in order to avoid being sent to a concentration camp. This inspiring biography enables children to look up to Anne and find hope in every situation, just as she did.

This volume offers a concise overview that's perfect for young readers who are just learning about economics. A basic overview of supply and demand breaks down the concept with clear explanations of each aspect, using concrete examples to which readers of the focus age group can relate and understand. Vibrant illustrations help reinforce the text, and pertinent vocabulary is highlighted in bold boxes or in the glossary. Questions throughout help readers put the ideas into context. This lively text keeps readers engaged and turning the pages.

Malala Yousafzai is the youngest person ever considered for the Nobel Peace Prize. She stood up to the Taliban and nearly paid with her life. She shares her amazing story in her own words and proves that one person, no matter her age, can change the world.