Montaña Del Alimento


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An Aztec legend recounting how a giant red ant helped the ancient god, Quetzalcoatl, bring corn to the first, hungry people of the earth.




Legend of Food Mountain


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The Eagle on the Cactus


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This beautiful tapestry of traditional tales, history, folk arts, and dance offers you a glimpse into the living legacy of Mexican folklore. After an overview of Mexico's history from the Mesoamerican indigenous era to modern times, Vigil explores the fascinating traditions of Oaxacan wood carving, Huichol bead and yarn art, folk masks, folklorico dance costumes, and Mexican folklore. A collection of tales follows, including classic tales, pourquoi creation tales from native people of pre-Hispanic Mexico, and tales from the Spanish colonial era of Mexican history-trickster tales, adventure and wonder stories, and animal fables. Lively reading for older students and adults, the tales may also be used for read-alouds with younger students. With 15 of the 44 tales presented in Spanish as well as in English, this is an excellent resource for Spanish classes and for Spanish-speaking readers. The fascinating background material also makes the book an excellent source for reports and research. Color plates




The Latin American Story Finder


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Anything is possible in the world of Latin American folklore, where Aunt Misery can trap Death in a pear tree; Amazonian dolphins lure young girls to their underwater city; and the Feathered Snake brings the first musicians to Earth. One in a series of folklore reference guides ("...an invaluable resource..."--School Library Journal), this book features summaries and sources of 470 tales told in Mexico, Central America and South America, a region underrepresented in collections of world folklore. The volume sends users to the best stories retold in English from the Inca, Maya, and Aztec civilizations, Spanish and Portuguese missionaries and colonists, African slave cultures, indentured servants from India, and more than 75 indigenous tribes from 21 countries. The tales are grouped into themed sections with a detailed subject index.




La dieta de batidos verdes


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CAPTURE LOS BENEFICIOS QUE OFRECEN LOS SUPERALIMENTOS DE LA TIERRA ¿Busca una manera rápida, sabrosa y nutritive de mantenerse joven y saludable? ¡Batidos verdes proporciona la solución perfecta! Los batidos verdes son la mejor manera de alimentar su cuerpo y de darle potencia a su salud cada día, en cuestión de minutos. Estos batidos ultra saludables unen a los vegetales de hoja con deliciosas frutas ricas en antioxidantes, y ofrecen en cada sorbo una deliciosa mezcla llena de nutrientes. Descubra cómo los batidos verdes pueden ayudarle a: •Perder peso •Desintoxicar el cuerpo •Aumentar la energía •Luchar contra las enfermedades cardíacas y la diabetes •Estimular el sistema inmune •Hacer que la piel y el cabello sevean hermosos The Spanish-language edition of a top selling green smoothie approach to losing weight, detoxing, maximizing energy, and staying healthy Everyone knows that a daily diet rich in fruits and vegetables can prevent obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and even some types of cancer. But most people don't eat anywhere near the recommended amount. The step-by-step plan in this book shows you how to transform your health and avoid an array of preventable diseases by tapping the supernutrition found in leafy greens and vitamin-rich fruits.




Multicultural Literature for Children and Young Adults: 1991-1996


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A selected bibliography of literature from 1980-1990 by and about African -Amer., Amer. Indians, Asian-Amer., and Hispanic Amer. Covers: history, people and places; poetry; folklore, mythology and traditional literature; seasons and celebrations; books for babies; concept books; issues in today's world; biographies; understanding oneself and others; picture books; fiction for new readers, young readers and teenagers. Appendices: lists authors and illustrators of color by ethnic origin; ethnic/cultural groups by country; and recommended resources.




The Mask


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Delve into the suspenseful and psychological narrative of ""The Mask"" by Guy De Maupassant. This captivating short story revolves around a mysterious mask and its unsettling influence on those who encounter it. Maupassant’s narrative explores themes of identity, deception, and the supernatural, creating a tense and thought-provoking atmosphere. De Maupassant masterfully builds suspense and intrigue, using the mask as a symbol of deeper psychological and existential concerns. The story examines the effects of concealment and the fear of what lies beneath the surface. ""The Mask"" is perfect for readers who enjoy psychological thrillers and supernatural elements. Ideal for those who appreciate Guy De Maupassant’s ability to craft suspenseful and eerie tales.




Transitioning to Concept-Based Curriculum and Instruction


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A cutting-edge model for 21st century curriculum and instruction Looking for that one transformative moment when a student’s eyes light up, signaling he or she has finally grasped that big idea behind critical academic content? Concept-based curriculum and instruction is a way to make those moments many. H. Lynn Erickson and Lois Lanning offer new insight on: How to design and implement concept-based curriculum and instruction across all subjects and grade levels Why content and process are two equally important aspects of any effective concept-based curriculum How to ensure students develop the all-important skill of synergistic thinking




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