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Lawrence Patterson, reconocido pianista, ve truncada su brillante carrera musical cuando un accidente de tráfico le destroza la mano izquierda y su propia vida. Hundido y amargado por su desgracia, para sobrevivir acepta tocar en un cafetín de Montmartre que en nada se parece a los escenarios que frecuentaba, ni la música que allí le reclaman es la que le apasiona y a la que le ha dedicado su existencia. A duras penas recuperado de su infortunio, se ve envuelto en una trama de espionaje político internacional en la que no se duda en asesinar, de forma despiadada, en interés de sus...

This title will familiarize readers with Labor Day by explaining the "whos, whats, and whys" of it. Complete with a More Facts section and bolded glossary terms. Young readers will gather basic information about Labor Day through easy-to-read text alongside compelling and historical photographs. Translated by native Spanish speakers. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO.

For soccer fans, the unstoppable Cristiano Ronaldo has become a household name. What goes into the making of such a phenomenal player? What was he like when he was young and still learning? This book takes a close look at one of the greatest soccer players in the world right now. Young readers will love to learn about his jaw-dropping achievements and also learn about what shaped him into a record-breaking athlete. Ronaldo's story will inspire both the curious new soccer fans as well as those already bit by soccer mania.

Introduce students to immigration in America in the 1800s, and how it affected the United States. With this Spanish-translated book, readers will discover topics such as Ellis Island, Angel Island, and assimilation. Primary source images, fascinating facts, a glossary, and other features keep students engaged and help them better understand the social studies content.

Colorful photographs feature children on their way to school, in their classrooms, and following school rules. Young readers will also learn about the jobs of teachers, librarians, and principals. An important section teaches children how to stay healthy inside their school communities.