Author: Jan Romero Stevens
Publisher: Scholastic Incorporated
ISBN: 9780590927833
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Funny things begin to happen when Carlos, a young boy who lives on a farm in New Mexico, refuses to take a bath. His right ear starts to itch and he knows something is growing in there.
Carlos and the Squash Plant
Author: Jan Romero Stevens
Publisher: Scholastic Incorporated
ISBN: 9780590927833
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Funny things begin to happen when Carlos, a young boy who lives on a farm in New Mexico, refuses to take a bath. His right ear starts to itch and he knows something is growing in there.
Publisher: Scholastic Incorporated
ISBN: 9780590927833
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
Funny things begin to happen when Carlos, a young boy who lives on a farm in New Mexico, refuses to take a bath. His right ear starts to itch and he knows something is growing in there.
Carlos and the Squash Plant/Carlos Y Laplanta de Calabaza
Author: Perfection Learning Corporation
Publisher: Perfection Learning
ISBN: 9780756992941
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Publisher: Perfection Learning
ISBN: 9780756992941
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
Carlos and the Cornfield
Author: Jan Romero Stevens
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780439226684
Category : Corn
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
When he sees the results of not following his father's instructions on the proper way to plant corn, a young boy tries to make things right.Cuando ve los resultados de no seguir las instrucciones de su padre sobre la forma correcta de sembrar maíz, un niño trata de hacer las cosas bien.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780439226684
Category : Corn
Languages : en
Pages : 36
Book Description
When he sees the results of not following his father's instructions on the proper way to plant corn, a young boy tries to make things right.Cuando ve los resultados de no seguir las instrucciones de su padre sobre la forma correcta de sembrar maíz, un niño trata de hacer las cosas bien.
Sustainable Market Farming
Author: Pam Dawling
Publisher: New Society Publishers
ISBN: 1550925121
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 459
Book Description
Growing for 100 - the complete year-round guide for the small-scale market grower. Across North America, an agricultural renaissance is unfolding. A growing number of market gardeners are emerging to feed our appetite for organic, regional produce. But most of the available resources on food production are aimed at the backyard or hobby gardener who wants to supplement their family's diet with a few homegrown fruits and vegetables. Targeted at serious growers in every climate zone, Sustainable Market Farming is a comprehensive manual for small-scale farmers raising organic crops sustainably on a few acres. Informed by the author's extensive experience growing a wide variety of fresh, organic vegetables and fruit to feed the approximately one hundred members of Twin Oaks Community in central Virginia, this practical guide provides: Detailed profiles of a full range of crops, addressing sowing, cultivation, rotation, succession, common pests and diseases, and harvest and storage Information about new, efficient techniques, season extension, and disease resistant varieties Farm-specific business skills to help ensure a successful, profitable enterprise Whether you are a beginning market grower or an established enterprise seeking to improve your skills, Sustainable Market Farming is an invaluable resource and a timely book for the maturing local agriculture movement.
Publisher: New Society Publishers
ISBN: 1550925121
Category : Gardening
Languages : en
Pages : 459
Book Description
Growing for 100 - the complete year-round guide for the small-scale market grower. Across North America, an agricultural renaissance is unfolding. A growing number of market gardeners are emerging to feed our appetite for organic, regional produce. But most of the available resources on food production are aimed at the backyard or hobby gardener who wants to supplement their family's diet with a few homegrown fruits and vegetables. Targeted at serious growers in every climate zone, Sustainable Market Farming is a comprehensive manual for small-scale farmers raising organic crops sustainably on a few acres. Informed by the author's extensive experience growing a wide variety of fresh, organic vegetables and fruit to feed the approximately one hundred members of Twin Oaks Community in central Virginia, this practical guide provides: Detailed profiles of a full range of crops, addressing sowing, cultivation, rotation, succession, common pests and diseases, and harvest and storage Information about new, efficient techniques, season extension, and disease resistant varieties Farm-specific business skills to help ensure a successful, profitable enterprise Whether you are a beginning market grower or an established enterprise seeking to improve your skills, Sustainable Market Farming is an invaluable resource and a timely book for the maturing local agriculture movement.
Latina and Latino Voices in Literature
Author: Frances A. Day
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 0313058512
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 376
Book Description
This revised edition of an award-winning resource celebrates the lives and works of 35 Latina and Latino authors who write for today's young readers. Expanded to include 12 additional authors, updated information on the original 23 authors profiled, and 135 new titles, this comprehensive reference tool helps teachers, librarians, and parents stay current on one of the most dynamic areas of contemporary literature. Both established and emerging voices are profiled. Personal quotes and photographs introduce each biographical essay, presenting information gathered through interviews, personal communications, and research. A complete list of all books and works written by the author is included along with publication information. Annotations are provided for most of the titles, along with information on major themes, awards won, and recommended age levels. Evaluating Books for Bias provides helpful guidelines for examining and selecting books from a pluralistic perspective. Appendices offer further helpful information about the field, including special awards honoring books by Latinas and Latinos, a calendar of holidays and special days celebrated by the Latino community, and listings of related resources and organizations. The author has also compiled ideas for classroom activities and ways for librarians to extend the literary experience. A title index and extensive topic index—including themes, curricular areas, and genres—help in planning story sessions and study units. This is a multipurpose resource for anyone who wants to help young readers connect with contemporary literature in a meaningful way.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing USA
ISBN: 0313058512
Category : Literary Criticism
Languages : en
Pages : 376
Book Description
This revised edition of an award-winning resource celebrates the lives and works of 35 Latina and Latino authors who write for today's young readers. Expanded to include 12 additional authors, updated information on the original 23 authors profiled, and 135 new titles, this comprehensive reference tool helps teachers, librarians, and parents stay current on one of the most dynamic areas of contemporary literature. Both established and emerging voices are profiled. Personal quotes and photographs introduce each biographical essay, presenting information gathered through interviews, personal communications, and research. A complete list of all books and works written by the author is included along with publication information. Annotations are provided for most of the titles, along with information on major themes, awards won, and recommended age levels. Evaluating Books for Bias provides helpful guidelines for examining and selecting books from a pluralistic perspective. Appendices offer further helpful information about the field, including special awards honoring books by Latinas and Latinos, a calendar of holidays and special days celebrated by the Latino community, and listings of related resources and organizations. The author has also compiled ideas for classroom activities and ways for librarians to extend the literary experience. A title index and extensive topic index—including themes, curricular areas, and genres—help in planning story sessions and study units. This is a multipurpose resource for anyone who wants to help young readers connect with contemporary literature in a meaningful way.
Alex is My Friend
Author: Marisabina Russo
Publisher: Greenwillow
ISBN: 9780688104184
Category : Children with disabilities
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
Even though Alex is a dwarf and sometimes has to use a wheelchair because of the operation he had on his back, his friend does not mind because they still have good times together.
Publisher: Greenwillow
ISBN: 9780688104184
Category : Children with disabilities
Languages : en
Pages : 32
Book Description
Even though Alex is a dwarf and sometimes has to use a wheelchair because of the operation he had on his back, his friend does not mind because they still have good times together.
Carlos and the Skunk
Author: Jan Romero Stevens
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Spanish language
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
When Carlos tries to show off for his friend Gloria by catching a skunk, he gets more than he bargained for.
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Spanish language
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
When Carlos tries to show off for his friend Gloria by catching a skunk, he gets more than he bargained for.
A Latino Heritage, Series V
Author: Isabel Schon
Publisher: Scarecrow Press
ISBN: 9780810830578
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 220
Book Description
An aid for librarians and teachers interested in exposing students in kindergarten through high school with an understanding and appreciation of the people, history, and art and political, social, and economic problems of Central and South American countries, and Latino-heritage people in the United States.
Publisher: Scarecrow Press
ISBN: 9780810830578
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 220
Book Description
An aid for librarians and teachers interested in exposing students in kindergarten through high school with an understanding and appreciation of the people, history, and art and political, social, and economic problems of Central and South American countries, and Latino-heritage people in the United States.
In the Barrio
Author: Alma Flor Ada
Publisher: Scholastic
ISBN: 9780590275699
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 20
Book Description
Many interesting and colorful things happen each day in the neighborhood.
Publisher: Scholastic
ISBN: 9780590275699
Category : Social Science
Languages : en
Pages : 20
Book Description
Many interesting and colorful things happen each day in the neighborhood.
Storybook Stew
Author: Suzanne I. Barchers
Publisher: Fulcrum Publishing
ISBN: 9781555919443
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 136
Book Description
This book highlights more than 40 children's books that feature food and combines them with easy-to-follow recipes and activities.
Publisher: Fulcrum Publishing
ISBN: 9781555919443
Category : Cooking
Languages : en
Pages : 136
Book Description
This book highlights more than 40 children's books that feature food and combines them with easy-to-follow recipes and activities.