This 82-page easy-to-understand reader is one of 12 historical novels in the Hopes and Dreams series, whose diverse and fascinating characters, regardless of their ethnicity, face prejudice, danger, hardships, and setbacks, but survive with perseverance, a little bit of luck ,and a generous amount of love in their new home in the US. Downloadable audio recordings of all 12 novels and free supplementary materials for teachers are available (visit ProLinguaLearning.com for more details). Plot Summary for Neighbors: In the 1980s in El Salvador, the struggle for power between the government’s army and the Guerillas causes widespread damage and death. A peasant couple, Ramón and Pilar, see their neighbor being taken away, his wife killed, and his house burned. Ramón becomes involved in a protest and is marked for death. He tries to escape to the U.S. but is returned to El Salvador and discovers that his village was destroyed and his family gone. He again crosses the U.S. border and is rescued from death in the desert by two nuns. He is given sanctuary by a couple in Texas. While there, he learns that his family is safe. Together again, they move to Maryland where they work in a restaurant. After several years, they work to help others gain protected status and sanctuary in the U.S.

This journey through Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, captures a glimpse of Amish Country through 240 color photographs of unique signs in their natural settings. The signs and graphics of official markers, one-room schoolhouses, roadside stands, cottage industries, local trades, and many more tell the story of this special place. Zero in on the signage of one farm or one road, as well as the seasonal delights of summer and fall. See the many ways the area supports horses and the transportation and agriculture that rely on them. Join the photographer on a scenic adventure through back roads, expansive farmland, and quaint villages, with informative and entertaining anecdotes along the way. You'll discover new details every time you page through this extraordinary picture book. It's a tour of Amish country like none other. For armchair tourists, sign buffs, and photography fans alike.

This 80-page easy-to-understand reader is one of 12 historical novels in the Hopes and Dreams series, whose diverse and fascinating characters, regardless of their ethnicity, face prejudice, danger, hardships, and setbacks, but survive with perseverance, a little bit of luck ,and a generous amount of love in their new home in the US. Downloadable audio recordings of all 12 novels and free supplementary materials for teachers are available (visit ProLinguaLearning.com for more details). Plot Summary for A Different Home:In 1962 Mario Perez’ parents sent him alone to work in the United States. He had been helping them run their sugar business after it was taken over by the Castro government. Mario arrived in Miami with a few clothes and little money. He got a job in a grocery store while he studied English. The Cuban Refugee Center found him a job in a bank, but not in Miami. He moved to Cleveland, Ohio and helped the bank work with Spanish-speaking customers. He did well. He became a citizen, married, had two daughters, and was elected to the school board. Then after 20 years, his parents were able to leave Cuba. He went back to Miami and hired a boat.

Writing Me A first writing course for adults by Tana Reiff is a great way to ease into writing and build confidence, for those preparing for the GED(r) essay or just wanting to write. The course is based on the premise that good writing is a result of having something to say and saying it well, and that we write best about what we know best. First used with the author's students, with remarkable results, Writing Me was originally published by New Readers Press and now has been significantly revised and republished by the author herself. The workbook progresses through simple activities (life roles, likes and dislikes, personality, memories, goals, etc.) applied to developing skills in sound basic writing practices, interspersed with free journaling. Self-Evaluation and Reader's Evaluation Checklists provide feedback for the more structured writing activities. Use of pen and paper rather than keyboard is based on research indicating that writing by hand engages more areas of the brain and increases learning. This new edition correlates closely with GED(r) essay scoring. Writing Me works well in a classroom or one-on-one tutoring setting, or as an independent pursuit. Reading level: middle grades, but can be attacked from each individual's starting point. For native or non-native English-language speakers. 48