Lectorum Catalog 2024

210 • fax your orders to (877) 532-8676 • www.lectorum.com • History & Social Studies 10 IDEAS PARA SUPERAR EL RACISMO 10 Ideas to Overcome Racism Eleanora Fornasari Grades 2-4 RACISM Children might feel like there is nothing that they can do to combat racism, but this book presents 10 simple yet powerful ideas. They include be careful with your words, discover where you come from and be proud of your roots, explore ethnic neighborhoods, and block hate speech. Sp. HC (ALG45701) 9788491425205 $22.99/18.40 10 IDEAS PARA SALVAR EL MUNDO CON EL PODER DE LA AMABILIDAD 10 Ideas for Saving the World with the Power of Kindness Eleonora Fornasari Grades 2-4 CHARACTER EDUCATION Kindness is a very powerful force. Even small gestures can have a tremendous impact. This book presents 10 simple ideas guaranteed to make the world a better place. They include be kind to yourself, pay attention to others, forgive, and tell people what you like about them. Sp. HC (ALG45991) 9788491425526 $23.99/19.20 PEQUEÑA HISTORIA DE UN 650L DESACUERDO A Little Disagreement Claudio Fuentes S. Grades 2-4 CIVICS/AUTHENTIC LITERATURE When students return from break, they discover that a very old tree is going to be cut down to make way for a new school building. Protests immediately start and the children soon choose sides both for and against the construction. The principal decides to hold a debate and then an election. Information about freedom of expression and famous protests is provided at the end of the story. Sp. PB (EK43010) 9788494811081 $16.99/13.60 LA SEÑORA DE LOS LIBROS AR:4.9/ That Book Woman GR:R/840L Heather Henson Grades 2-4 MAKING A DIFFERENCE Cal does not like to read. Living high up in the Appalachian Mountains, he’d rather help his father than sit with a book. That book woman just won’t take no for an answer. She continually rides up the mountain with a ton of books. Based on a true story, this picture book shows both the impact one determined individual can make and the gift that literacy truly is. Sp. HC (JV36426) 9788426137852 $17.99/14.40 Eng. HC 9781416908128 $17.99/14.40 REFUGIADA GR: O Refugee Tessa Julià Dinarès Grades 2-4 SOCIAL STUDIES This very powerful picture book shows the plight of refugees through a child’s eyes. The little girl in this story does not understand why she has to leave her home, where she is going or why everyone is afraid. Information on the nonprofit group Proactiva Open Arms can be found at the end of the book. Sp. HC (GL42059) 9788424660482 $25.99/20.80 LOS DERECHOS DE LOS NIÑOS GR: N Children’s Rights Kašmir Huseinović & Ɖuro Roić Illustrated by Andrea Petrlik Grades 2-4 HUMAN RIGHTS This book presents the articles adopted by the United Nations on the rights of children in an age-appropriate, illustrated format. Sp. PB (PV42616) 9789583051975 $10.99/8.80 QUERIDA MALALA GR:T Every Day Is Malala Day Rosemary McCarney Grades 2-4 HUMAN RIGHTS This one-of-a-kind book presents letters written by girls from all over the world to Malala Yousafzai. They express their admiration for her courage to stand up to discrimination and continue her fight even after the attempt on her life. The book is accompanied by photographs from Plan International, one of Canada’s biggest and oldest international charities. Sp. HC (JV39819) 9788426141255 $17.99/14.40 GRACIAS TE DAMOS AR:3.3/GR: P/660L Giving Thanks Chief Jake Swamp Grades 2-4 NATIVE AMERICAN INTEREST The Mohawk tradition teaches children to start each day by giving thanks to Mother Earth, in keeping with the belief that the natural world is a precious and rare gift, and that the universe represents one great family. The inspirational message of this book and its unforgettable landscapes make it a timeless celebration of the beauty and spirit of the environment and the Native American people. Sp. PB (LW2092) 9781880000465 $11.95/9.56 YO Y EL MUNDO Me in the World Mireia Trius Grades 2-4 SOCIAL STUDIES A girl named Lucia contrasts her life with life in other countries. Infographics teach readers about different types of families, dwellings, food, population density, games, religions, and more from all over the globe. Sp. HC (ZAH45085) 9788417374235 $24.99/20.00 COTORRAS SOBRE GR: T/890L PUERTO RICO Parrots Over Puerto Rico Cindy Trumbore Grades 2-4 PUERTO RICAN INTEREST For centuries, the loud, beautiful parrots of Puerto Rico and the island’s inhabitants searched for food, survived hurricanes, took care of their young, and protected their homes. Things began to change, and, in 1967, only 24 parrots lived in the wild. Luckily, the birds were saved from extinction and are thriving once again. The history of the parrots is closely linked to the history of the island and its people. The texture in the collage illustrations makes the parrots come to life. Sp. PB (LW46527) 9781643796208 $14.95/11.96 LA BIBLIOTECARIA DE BASORA The Librarian of Basora AR:3.8/GR: L/ AD470L Jeanette Winter Grades 2-4 BIOGRAPHY After 14 years of providing youth with literature and a place to read, the war in Iraq has destroyed the local library in Basra. The true account of Alia Muhammad Baker, the librarian in Basra, tells us how she attempts to save the library, while reminding us that the joy of reading and thirst for knowledge has no boundaries—even in war-torn nations where all may seem lost. Sp. HC (JV34937) 9788426135827 $15.99/12.80 LA ESCUELA SECRETA AD640L DE NASREEN Nasreen’s Secret School Jeanette Winter Grades 2-4 MIDDLE EAST Young Nasreen has not spoken a word to anyone since her parents disappeared. In despair, her grandmother risks everything to enroll Nasreen in a secret school for girls. Based on a true story from Afghanistan, this inspiring book will touch readers deeply as it affirms both the life-changing power of education and the healing power of love. Sp. HC (JV36785) 9788426138088 $19.99/16.00 New