Lectorum Catalog 2024

208 • fax your orders to (877) 532-8676 • www.lectorum.com • History & Social Studies ALL TITLES IN SETS ARE AVAILABLE FOR INDIVIDUAL PURCHASE CÓMO SER CORTÉS, AMABLE Y EDUCADO How to Be Courteous, Kind, and Well-Behaved Diana López de Mesa Grades 1-3 MANNERS The etiquette classic from the Urbanidad de Carreño has been read throughout Latin America for generations. This edition has been updated for today’s children. In addition to the timeless norms about listening well, being neat, and asking for permission, it also discusses saving water, not using cellphones at the table, and how to act online. Sp. HC (PV45800) 9789583061509 $11.99/9.60 DIVERSIDAD Diversity Jennifer Moore-Mallinos Grades 1-3 DIVERSITY We have many things in common and many things that make us unique. This book presents 44 differences in culture, perspective, appearance, abilities, and much more. Sp. HC (PLU44633) 9788417928070 $16.99/13.60 SALVAVIDAS Life Savers Eryl Nash Grades 1-3 CAREERS Meet 12 real-world heroes from all over the world who work to save lives. They include Leonie the firefighter from the United Kingdom, Fabien the mountain rescuer from France, and Ahsan the surgeon from Pakistan. Each one describes his or her job and the important items used on the job. Sp. HC (FLA45735) 9788418304231 $20.99/16.80 MI BIBLIOTECARIA ES UN CAMELLO My Librarian Is a Camel Margriet Ruurs Grades 1-3 READING ENCOURAGMENT In many remote areas of the world, there are no library buildings. Instead, books are delivered in unusual ways: by bus, boat, elephant, donkey, camel, train, even by wheelbarrow. This intriguing photo essay is a celebration of books, readers, and libraries. Sp. HC (BMP40576) 9781629795355 $16.95/13.56 SER HUMANO ES… Being Human Mean… Fábio Sgroi Grades 1-3 HUMAN RIGHTS Every human being is unique. Every human being has rights. This book teaches children about the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and explains the importance of respect and acceptance. Sp. HC (PV45638) 9789583062193 $11.99/9.60 DONDE VIVE LA GENTE GR: O/470L Where People Live Kristy Stark Grades 1-3 GEOGRAPHY/IMMIGRATION The United States has many places to live. People choose to live in small towns and big cities. Why do people live where they do? With examples from both the past and present, this book teaches beginning readers about the history of immigration to the United States and the factors that influence where people live. Sp. PB (SED44444) 9781642901108 $10.99/8.80 TODOS SOMOS DIFERENTES We Are All Different Tracey Turner Grades 1-3 DIVERSITY In this celebration of diversity, readers will visit a school and meet students with different abilities, likes, families, religions, backgrounds, and genders. The book also contains a thematic index and detailed glossary. Sp. HC (GS45982) 9788469890837 $20.99/16.80 AGRICULTORES DE ANTES GR: P/530L Y DE HOY Farmers Then and Now Lisa Zamosky Grades 1-3 FARMING What was being a farmer like in the past? This book compares farming and farming equipment of today with farming of the past. Young readers will also learn about irrigation systems, pesticides, and organic farming. The table of contents, glossary, and index gives readers the tools they need to better understand the content. Sp. PB (SED44178) 9781642901146 $11.99/9.60 MOMIAS DE EGIPTO AR:5.2/GR:R/NC860L Mummies Are Made In Egypt Aliki Grades 2-3 ANCIENT HISTORY Lovely drawings and simple text transport youngsters to ancient Egypt. The author explains how mummies were embalmed and takes readers inside the magnificent pyramids in this instructive and entertaining introduction to the wonders of a fascinating civilization. Sp. HC (JV4686) 9788426126948 $13.99/11.20 SIETE TONELADAS Y MEDIA GR: Q DE ACERO Seven and a Half Tons of Steel Janet Nolan Illustrated by Thomas Gonzalez Grades 2-3 SOCIAL STUDIES/HOPE After the tragic events of 9/11, a seven-and- a-half ton steel beam from one of the World Trade Towers was given to the U.S. Navy. It was sent to a foundry in Louisiana and eventually became the bow of the USS New York. Readers of all ages will be moved to see the painstaking work that went into the ship and the perils the workers faced when Katrina threatened their efforts. Sp. HC (LC41517) 9781632456489 $17.99/14.40 CÓMO ACTUAR DE FORMA GR: N INFORMADA How to Take Informed Action Joshua Turner Grades 2-3 CIVICS In the United States, the ability to take informed action is becoming increasingly necessary, and difficult. This book delves into the importance of being informed and explains how not all sources of information are equal. Readers are intro- duced to the scientific method as a way of testing information for credibility. Sp. PB (RN44973) 9781538333648 $9.25/7.40 EL PROPÓSITO DE GR: M LAS REGLAS Y LAS LEYES The Purpose of Rules and Laws Joshua Turner Grades 2-3 CIVICS Rules and laws play a vital role in help- ing people create societies. Without them, chaos would ensue. This informa- tive book explains how rules and laws provide people with guidelines on how to live in societies and explores how having equal rights and responsibilities makes it easier for society to function well. Sp. PB (RN44969) 9781538333686 $9.25/7.40 COLECCIÓN “EL PEQUEÑO MUNDO DE ESTUDIOS SOCIALES” Little World Social Studies Series Various Authors Grades 1-3 SOCIAL STUDIES This leveled series contains books on a wide range of topics that help students fully understand the world around them. MI COMUNIDAD GR: F/390L My Community Sp. PB (RK41753) 9781634301534 $9.95/7.96 MIS VECINOS GR: G My Neighbors Sp. PB (RK40631) 9781634301572 $9.95/7.96