In FRIDA KAHLO, VIVA LA VIDA, the journalist Aroa Moreno focuses on the most well-known twentieth-century Mexican artist. This is the story of how a brave woman, who was ahead of her time, suffered, overcame, and lived intensely, and was also capable of transforming her perpetual pain and illness into art. Frida Kahlo's strength and character are an example of what the struggle for life means. This, together with her artwork, has made her an iconic artist throughout the world.
The GRANDES PERSONAJES features notable figures, offering insight both into their work and their personal lives. These famous individuals are all renowned in the Spanish-speaking world, but their reputations have also reached across the borders of their countries. Each biography is about the life and works of one of the popular historical figures. The books include photographs, a footnote glossary, and another glossary in several languages at the end of the book. In addition, all of the texts are accompanied by activities and an audio version of the text.
This title is recommended for Higher Education students. Please be advised that our Higher Education titles may contain mature themes, illustrations, or other content not recommended for K-12 students.
Federico García Lorca is considered by many to be the most universal Spanish poet. In LORCA, LA VALIENTE ALEGRÍA, Aroa Moreno reconstructs the life and work of this poet from Granada. From his childhood in the village of Fuentevaqueros to his assassination in Granada in 1936, this book not only covers his plays, poetry, and music, but also tells of his friendship with other artists such as Salvador Dalí, all while taking us back to one of Spain's most exciting artistic ages: the Second Republic, which ended in a tragic civil war.
The GRANDES PERSONAJES features notable figures, offering insight both into their work and their personal lives. These famous individuals are all renowned in the Spanish-speaking world, but their reputations have also reached across the borders of their countries. Each biography is about the life and works of one of the popular historical figures. The books include photographs, a footnote glossary, and another glossary in several languages at the end of the book. In addition, all of the texts are accompanied by activities and an audio version of the text.
This title is recommended for Higher Education students. Please be advised that our Higher Education titles may contain mature themes, illustrations, or other content not recommended for K-12 students.
GAEL Y LA RED DE MENTIRAS is the story of Gael, a cat burglar who has to steal a famous painting from one of the most important art galleries in Europe. The protagonist is involved in a plot that is a mixture of mystery, lies, good and bad characters, action scenes, and fun dialogue.
Through this accessible graphic novel, students will have fun while they learn. Readers can easily follow this exciting story to the end through the pictures and use of casual language. Plus, students will learn language from the street, as the story is full of colloquial (and even some vulgar!) expressions.
To aid in reading, the GAEL series includes footnotes, a monolingual glossary, and a glossary in three languages (English, French, and German) at the end of the book. It also provides many activities to guide reading, expand vocabulary, and provide greater detail about cultural aspects.
This title is recommended for Higher Education students. Please be advised that our Higher Education titles may contain mature themes, illustrations, or other content not recommended for K-12 students.
GAEL Y EL ARTE DE LA TRAICIÓN is the third story in the GAEL series. In this episode, the cat burglar finds himself involved in yet another adventure combining suspense, lies, action, and romance.
Through this accessible graphic novel, students will have fun while they learn. Readers can easily follow this exciting story to the end through the pictures and use of casual language. Plus, students will learn language from the street, as the story is full of colloquial (and even some vulgar!) expressions.
To aid in reading, the GAEL series includes footnotes, a monolingual glossary, and a glossary in three languages (English, French, and German) at the end of the book. It also provides many activities to guide reading, expand vocabulary, and provide greater detail about cultural aspects.
This title is recommended for Higher Education students. Please be advised that our Higher Education titles may contain mature themes, illustrations, or other content not recommended for K-12 students.
GAEL Y LAS SOMBRAS DE LA HUIDA is the second story in the GAEL series. In this installment, the cat burglar is given a tough assignment to steal something from Duschek Mansion, one of the most exclusive spots on the island of Majorca. Gael is involved in a plot that is a mixture of suspense, lies, action, and romance.
Through this accessible graphic novel, students will have fun while they learn. Readers can easily follow this exciting story to the end through the pictures and use of casual language. Plus, students will learn language from the street, as the story is full of colloquial (and even some vulgar!) expressions.
To aid in reading, the GAEL series includes footnotes, a monolingual glossary, and a glossary in three languages (English, French, and German) at the end of the book. It also provides many activities to guide reading, expand vocabulary, and provide greater detail about cultural aspects.
This title is recommended for Higher Education students. Please be advised that our Higher Education titles may contain mature themes, illustrations, or other content not recommended for K-12 students.
It is summertime and very hot in Madrid. Lola Lago goes out onto the balcony of her home to water the plants and notices a couple arguing. The woman runs off, and the man goes into the doorway of house number 10. The following day, Lola finds out that Doña Lupe, who lives in that building, was attacked and robbed the night before.
Each novel in the LOLA LAGO DETECTIVE collection includes:
- Explanatory notes
- Sociocultural notes
- Comprehension activities
- Audio files with a narration of each chapter
Click this link to download the audio files.
This title is recommended for Higher Education students. Please be advised that our Higher Education titles may contain mature themes, illustrations, or other content not recommended for K-12 students.
Laura and her friends go to Cuba for a peaceful holiday, but they are chased by a dangerous criminal gang.
The stories in AVENTURA JOVEN tell of the exciting and surprising adventures of Laura, Sergio, Mónica, Guille, and Martín-- five inseparable friends.
A message sent to the wrong person leads a group of young people to Barcelona to experience the most dangerous day of their lives.
The stories in AVENTURA JOVEN tell of the exciting and surprising adventures of Laura, Sergio, Mónica, Guille, and Martín-- five inseparable friends.
Mónica travels to Mexico with her parents and friends. They go to visit her uncle Emiliano but find that he has mysteriously disappeared…
The stories in AVENTURA JOVEN tell of the exciting and surprising adventures of Laura, Sergio, Mónica, Guille, and Martín-- five inseparable friends.
A few friends meet up in Madrid. Due to a mix-up, one of them becomes involved in a frantic high-speed chase through the city streets.
The stories in AVENTURA JOVEN tell of the exciting and surprising adventures of Laura, Sergio, Mónica, Guille, and Martín-- five inseparable friends.
A few friends are on a day trip to Alpujarras (Granada) when some extraordinary events put their lives in danger.
The stories in AVENTURA JOVEN tell of the exciting and surprising adventures of Laura, Sergio, Mónica, Guille, and Martín-- five inseparable friends.
A group of teens on an end-of-year school trip to Peru have an exciting adventure on the Inca Trail.
The stories in AVENTURA JOVEN tell of the exciting and surprising adventures of Laura, Sergio, Mónica, Guille, and Martín-- five inseparable friends.