Gearbreakers

An adaptation of the legend of Rodrigo Díaz de Vicar, a great Spanish hero, who fought for the Christian king during the reconquest of Spain.

Summer is the time for sunshine and sand, long days, and of course, vacation! Welcome in Summer with this delightful fiction title, which features a narrator and the fun activities they explore with their family and friends. Readers learn all about what makes Summer special and are encouraged to draw connections between the text and their own lives. Colorful illustrations allow readers to visualize concepts presented in the text, bringing this engaging narrative to life. Simple, age appropriate language is perfect for young readers.

While a mighty lion sleeps, a small mouse runs up its back and gets tangled in its mane. The lion is angry. No one should disturb the king of the beasts! The lion says that it will eat the mouse. But the mouse pleads for its life. The mouse claims that one day it may be able to save the life of the lion. The lion laughs at that. How could a tiny mouse save a mighty lion? But the lion decides to free the mouse anyway. Later, the lion is caught in a hunter's net. The lion cannot escape. Can the mouse save the lion from the hunter's trap?

An easy to read fairy tale, in Spanish, about The Ugly Duckling who turns into a beautiful swan. Beginning-to-Read™ books foster independent reading and comprehension. Using high frequency words and repetition, readers gain confidence while enjoying classic fairy tale stories. Full-color and updated illustrations included. Word list and a note to caregivers are included. Perfect for an early introduction to Spanish.