Adriana's Angels by RuthGoring, ErikaMeza Hardcover, 32 Pages, Published 2017 by Sparkhouse Family ISBN-13: 978-1-5064-1832-2, ISBN: 1-5064-1832-5
"Two angels, Milagros (Miracles) and Alegria (Joy), wield their protective power surreptitiously and sometimes with a hint of humor, listening constantly for God's direction as they watch over a little girl named Adriana. Adriana and her family are forced to flee their home in Colombia and start a new life in Chicago. Throughout difficult times, big transitions, and the ordinary moments of childhood, Adriana's angels whisper messages of ..."
"Dos ángeles, Milagros y Alegría, ejercen su poder protector a escondidas y a veces con un toque de humor, siguiendo constantemente la dirección de Dios mientras cuidan a una niña llamada Adriana. La pequeña protagonista y su familia se ven obligadas a dejar su hogar en Colombia y empezar una nueva vida en Chicago. Durante tiempos difíciles, transiciones grandes y momentos ordinarios de la niñez, los ángeles de Adriana le susurran mensaj ..."
"This report provides an overview of the literature on telework, examines telework practices from across seven government agencies, and explains how government agencies benefit when employees engage in telework. There are similarities across successful agency telework programs regarding compliance with federal and organizational policies, technological accommodations, return on investment, performance management tools, and training."
"In 2014, the RAND Arroyo Center conducted a formal needs assessment survey of active component soldiers and described the broad landscape of needs and resource use. Installations vary in several ways that can affect service delivery. This project analyzed existing survey data at the garrison level and gathered qualitative focus group data to provide unique information, enabling garrisons to see where they do well and where they have cha ..."
"It's been raining and raining and raining. When the sun finally peeks out from behind the clouds, Carlos and Carmen find their entire backyard is one big puddle. But the twins don't mind once they discover it's not just a puddle of water--it's a puddle of fun! Translated by native Spanish speakers. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Calico Kid is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO."
"Carlos and Carmen have a hard time falling asleep in separate rooms. Once they solve that problem, they're kept awake by a spooky noise. The twins get their mom and dad to help them solve the mystery of the noise, which turns out to be something not very scary at all. Translated by native Spanish speakers. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Calico Kid is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO."
"Carlos and Carmen's Abuelita has come to visit. She joins the twins, Mamá, and Papá as they go from store to store, searching for the perfect piñatas. When they finally find them, the twins fall in love with their new piñata pets. They don't want to smash them! Luckily, Abuelita knows just what to do. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Calico Kid is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO."
"It's the Fourth of July! That means fun, flags, and fireworks for the Garcia family. Unfortunately, those fireworks are a problem for Mamá and Carlos. Neither of them likes the loud booms and cracks that come with the sparkles. Readers will laugh when they see how the twins figure out a way for everyone to enjoy the sparkly night. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Calico Kid is an imprint of Magic Wagon ..."
"Who doesn’t love to go apple picking at the first sign of fall? A sister and brother celebrate autumn with a trip to a local apple orchard in this simple, rhyming Step 1 early reader. The kids bound with glee through the rows of trees, and race against other children to pick the most and the best apples. The story of their day is bright, fun, and full of light action. It’s told in easy-to-follow rhyme, ensuring a successful reading ex ..."
"Fall leaves and pumpkins are everywhere. Carlos and Carmen are making plans to be in the costume contest. They both want to win, but neither of them wants the other to lose. It's a problem. A prize-winning problem! But with an old shirt, a pair of scissors, and a lot of creativity, the twins come up with a prize-winning solution. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Calico Kid is an imprint of Magic Wagon, ..."
Salsa Lullaby by Jen Arena, ErikaMeza Hardcover, 32 Pages, Published 2019 by Knopf Books For Young Readers ISBN-13: 978-0-525-57973-1, ISBN: 0-525-57973-7
"How to get baby to sleep? Mami and Papi will try anything in this bouncy, loving, bilingual lullaby that gently says good night in both Spanish and English.Mami starts a salsa song.Papi keeps the beat.Baby loves this lullaby,moves those dancing feet.Baila, baby, baila!Dance, dance, dance.When nighttime falls, it's time for baby to go to sleep. In this household, that means it's also time for mama, papa, and baby to baila/dance, canta/si ..."
Carrot Soup (Little Hippo Books) by Oakley Graham, ErikaMeza Board Book, 24 Pages, Published 2018 by Little Hippo Books ISBN-13: 978-1-949679-96-0, ISBN: 1-949679-96-9
"There was a great famine and there was no rabbity fun in the burrows. Can a visitor's magic recipe teach the rabbits that life is much better if you share?Introduce the joy of reading with the Little Hippo Books collection of traditional children's board books. Our conventional picture books have the sweetest illustrations to capture pre-readers and have a quality, soft padded cover, perfect for little hands to hold. Whether you're look ..."
Snow Day! (Step into Reading) by Candice Ransom, ErikaMeza Paperback, 32 Pages, Published 2018 by Random House Books For Young Readers ISBN-13: 978-1-5247-2037-7, ISBN: 1-5247-2037-2
"A Step 1 reader to welcome winter, featuring the family from Pumpkin Day! and Apple Picking Day!The brother and sister from PUMPKIN DAY! and APPLE PICKING DAY! have woken up to a winter wonderland--it's a snow day! Read along as they engage in favorite winter activities with their neighborhood friends on their day off from school. Easy-to-follow rhyme ensures a successful reading experience, and bright, fun art enhances the story.Step 1 ..."
"Carlos and Carmen want to make this Mother's Day special. But they need a little help from Papá. Everything is going great until their fluffy, yummy surprise sinks right before their eyes. Luckily, the twins have a great idea that turns their mistake into a really special Mother's Day surprise. Translated by native Spanish speakers. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Calico Kid is an imprint of Magic Wag ..."
La vallée des fées N° 1 - Rose et le jardin magique by Cari Meister, ErikaMeza Paperback, 32 Pages, Published 2018 by Editions Scholastic ISBN-13: 978-1-4431-7404-6, ISBN: 1-4431-7404-1
May and the Music Show (Scholastic Reader, Level 1: Fairy Hill) by Cari Meister, ErikaMeza Paperback, 32 Pages, Published 2018 by Scholastic Inc. ISBN-13: 978-1-338-12184-1, ISBN: 1-338-12184-7
"Fairy Hill is a magic forest where fairies live, play, and have lots of sparkly adventures in this Level 1 reader series! Ruby, Luna, and May are best friends. These young fairies are all looking forward to earning their big wings from the Fairy Queen. But first they each have to do something extra kind or brave. In this third book, Ruby, May, and Luna are performing in a fairy music show! It is their first show, and the girls are nervo ..."
Carlos & Carmen Set 3 Carlos & Carmen Set 3 (Set) by Kirsten McDonald (2016) by Kirsten Mcdonald, ErikaMeza Library, Published 2017 by Magic Wagon ISBN-13: 978-1-62402-181-7, ISBN: 1-62402-181-6
"The adventures with six-year-old twins Carlos and Carmen continue! Beginning and emergent readers will race through these easy readers that incorporate everyday Spanish words seamlessly. Teachers, parents, and librarians will welcome the Carlos and Carmen series because it meets a need for children's books that feature Latino characters living middle-class American lives. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standard ..."
Luna and the Lost Shell (Scholastic Reader, Level 1: Fairy Hill #2) by Cari Meister, ErikaMeza Paperback, 32 Pages, Published 2017 by Scholastic Inc. ISBN-13: 978-1-338-12182-7, ISBN: 1-338-12182-0
"Fairy Hill is a magic forest where fairies live, play, and have lots of sparkly adventures in this Level 1 reader series! Ruby, Luna, and May are best friends. These young fairies are all looking forward to earning their big wings from the Fairy Queen. But first they each have to do something extra kind or brave. In book #2, a magic shell goes missing! Without it, the glow globes that light up Fairy Hill will all go dark -- and the Fair ..."
Ruby and the Magic Garden (Scholastic Reader, Level 1: Fairy Hill #1) by Cari Meister, ErikaMeza Paperback, 32 Pages, Published 2017 by Scholastic Inc. ISBN-13: 978-1-338-12180-3, ISBN: 1-338-12180-4
"Fairy Hill is a magic forest where fairies live, play, and have lots of sparkly adventures in this Level 1 reader series! Ruby, Luna, and May are best friends. These young fairies are all looking forward to earning their big wings from the Fairy Queen. But first they each have to do something extra kind or brave. In book #1, Ruby, May, and Luna discover that Fairy Hill's magic garden has lost its sparkle! The fairies try everything to m ..."
One-Tire House (Carlos & Carmen) by Kirsten Mcdonald, ErikaMeza Library, 32 Pages, Published 2016 by Looking Glass Library ISBN-13: 978-1-62402-140-4, ISBN: 1-62402-140-9
"Carlos and Carmen get some unexpected news. They’re moving to a new house. The new house is big, red, and has one tire. What! A house with one tire?! The twins worry and worry but soon discover a house with one tire can be fun. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Calico Kid is an imprint of Magic Wagon, a division of ABDO."