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La Segunda Guerra Mundial, la invasión nazi en Polonia, el comunismo y la persecución religiosa, la muerte de los seres más cercanos... Karol Wojtila no sólo superó los tiempos difíciles de su país, sino que su liderazgo guió, entonces como estudiante y sacerdote, y después como obispo y Papa, a toda la sociedad hacia los ideales de tolerancia y educación para la paz que necesitaba el mundo. Ideales que siguen presentes pocos años después de su muerte.

Alexander Graham Bell was always trying to invent new things! In this biography that has been translated into Spanish, readers will learn about Alexander's life as a teacher and inventor of such incredible inventions as the telephone, record player, and metal detector. Colorful images, supportive text, an interesting timeline, and a helpful glossary, table of contents, and index combine to give readers an inspiring look into the life of Alexander Bell.

The world's myths are filled with characters, creatures, and stories that have fascinated people for thousands of years. This series mixes dramatic retellings and non-fiction information to give a full picture of a culture's myths. This book explores the gods, goddesses, heroes, villains, tricksters, and quests that make African myths and legends so compelling. Fully translated Spanish text.

This inspiring biographical series ties in with elementary history, science, and social studies curricula, providing teachers with a valuable interdisciplinary resource. With these books, young readers will discover historical figures who devoted their lives to making the world a better place, and changed the course of history. Text copyright 2004 Lectorum Publications, Inc.