El ferrocarril transcontinental (The Transcontinental Railroad)

People today refer to the Midwestern and prairie states as flyover country. During the Civil War, crossing those areas was the biggest obstacle in uniting the East and West Coasts of our divided nation. An act of Congress in 1862 authorized the Central Pacific and the Union Pacific railroad companies to build a railroad that would link the coasts. Seven years later, on May 10, 1869, an overwhelmingly immigrant labor force completed the task when a rail line was join in Promontory, Utah. The states had become united at last.

Destacada dramaturga tremendamente crítica con la hipocresía de su sociedad, destapó y retrató la tipología de la mujer sureña norteamericana a través de sus obras. Valiente, enigmática y conflictiva, su compromiso ideológico la llevó a defender y apoyar causas políticas como la Guerra Civil Española o a criticar ferozmente la “caza de brujas” de McCarthy.

This book introduces you to flamingos, including their size, diet and everyday behavior, which highlights differences between those in the wild and those living in a zoo habitat.

Filled with geographical and historical data, this unique book explains the beauty and characteristics of the Chihuahua desert, the largest desert in Mexico.

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 ...