A picture book to help young readers become familiar with Italian educator Maria Montessori. Montessori's life, work and teaching method are explained with a simple story and with colorful illustrations. A short introduction at the beginning of the book provides essential information for adults, teachers and their classrooms so they can familiarize themselves with Maria Montessori and her role in childhood education. Included at the end of the book are: -a section with additional interesting facts for curious minds and -two ready-to-use activities, to help readers review the book's content. Language: English Large print Ages: 5+

A bilingual book in Spanish and English to introduce children to the Italian educator Maria Montessori, her work, and her teaching method. With a simple story, colorful illustrations, a short introduction, and additional interesting facts for curious minds, children will discover who was Maria Montessori and why her name is so well known. Two ready-to-use activities are included at the end of the book to help readers review the book's content. The text is in two languages on every page, so that the use of a dictionary is not necessary. Suitable for children 5 years old and up, and for beginner Spanish language learners of all ages. Large print

Montessori is a well known name, but who is the person behind it? This bilingual book introduces Italian educator Maria Montessori, her work, and her teaching method with a simple story, colorful illustrations, a short introduction, and additional interesting facts for curious minds. Two ready-to-use activities, to help readers review the book's content, are included at the end of the book. Language: Italian and English Large print Ages: 5+

A colorful picture book to introduce young readers to one of the best-known Italian explorers: Christopher Columbus. The fun and easy to follow story is written both in Italian and in English, so the book can be used by Italian and English language students. Included at the end of the book are: - A page with additional interesting facts - two ready-to-use activities, to help readers review the book's content Language: Italian and English Large print Ages: 5+ Volume 2 of the "Famous Italians" bilingual Series. In the same series: Volume 1: "Maria Montessori"; Volume 3: "Galileo Galilei"

A colorful picture book to introduce young readers to one of the best-known Italian composers: Giuseppe Verdi. The fun and easy to follow story is written both in Italian and in English, so the book can be used by Italian and English language learners and by anyone interested in Italian music, Italian opera, and Italian history. Included at the end of the book are: - A page with additional interesting facts, - A page with questions, to help readers review the book's content, - Music and lyrics of "Va, pensiero" from the opera "Nabucco." Language: Italian and English - Large print - Ages: 5] Volume 4 of the "Famous Italians" bilingual Series. In the same series: Volume 1: "Maria Montessori"; Volume 2: Christopher Columbus"; Volume 3: "Galileo Galilei."

Montessori's life, work and teaching method explained with a simple story and with colorful illustrations. This is a bilingual picture book in French and English that helps young readers become familiar with Italian educator Maria Montessori. A short introduction at the beginning of the book provides essential information for adults, teachers and their classrooms so they can familiarize themselves with Maria Montessori and her role in childhood education. Included at the end of the book are: -a section with additional interesting facts for curious minds and -two ready-to-use activities, to help readers review the book's content Language: French and English Large print Ages: 5+

Young readers and language learners will find this bilingual book easy to read and to understand. A simple story is used to introduce Italian astronomer Galileo Galilei, his life, work and discoveries. Colorful illustrations help readers understand the text and a page with additional facts is included after the story for curious minds and for school activities. Every page of the book is written in both Italian and English, so that the use of a dictionary is not necessary. To help readers review the book's content, two ready-to-use activities have been included at the end of the book. Language: Italian and English - Large print - Ages: 5+ Volume 3 of the Famous Italians series. In the same series: Volume 1: Maria Montessori; Volume 2: Christopher Columbus.

An adventurous story of two cats who call the ancient monuments of Rome their home. Follow Octavia and Julius in their tour of the best-loved sights of the Eternal City, with stops at the Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps, the Colosseum, and the famed Mouth of Truth. Discover more about Rome and the sights mentioned in the story in the informative section at the end of the book. Use the location map to plan your own walking tour of Rome to see all the sights visited by the two cats and engage young children with a treasure hunt in the heart of Rome. The text in Italian with English translation on every page will help Italian language students learn new words and practice their reading skills. Those who love animals will enjoy this entertaining little adventure where two kittens are the bold protagonists. Parents and educators seeking an entertaining way to introduce the subjects of travel, history, archeology, and geography can use the book as a great starting point for further research. Travelers with children can use the book as an introduction to the sights of Rome and as a simplified guide to explain the city to little ones. The map at the end of the book visually explains the route followed by the two cats in the story and can be used for a walking tour of the city of Rome. Fully illustrated. Large print. Ages: 3+

Be inspired by a little girl's determination to both help her father and fulfill her dream of painting. Get to know Artemisia Gentileschi, Italian painter and brave artist, who managed to break the barriers of her time and excel in an all male profession. Introduce young readers to the Italian way of life in the 17th century and to some of the great artists who lived and worked during Artemisia's times. Text in Italian and English, suitable for beginners and intermediate language students. Fully illustrated. Historical notes included. Ages: 5+

Experience everyday life and traditions of Italy with five fun stories. Stroll in the grandiose Royal Palace of Caserta, stargaze next to Pisa's leaning tower, experience the excitement of Siena's Palio, get a glimpse of the Opera in Milan, and relive medieval traditions in picturesque Assisi. The map at the end of the book will help the reader locate the places mentioned in the stories. Each story is written both in Italian and English for easy comprehension. Suitable for both bedtime reading and Italian language classes. Ages: 5+