Discover the traditional stories of the Mayan people of Mexico and Central and South America, and learn about Mayan culture. In this collection you'll find such tales as Uncle Rabbit, Uncle Coyote, How the Serpent was Born, The Moon, The Screamer of the Night, and more than 25 other tales ranging from trickster tales and tales of ghosts and witches to moral tales and tales of the underworld, presented in Spanish and English. A brief history, color photographs of the land, people, and traditional arts, and recipes accompany the tales, placing them within a cultural context. Grades K-12.
Discover the traditional stories of the Mayan people of Mexico and Central and South America, and learn about Mayan culture. In this collection you...
Given the rapid pace of change in technology and library services, it is challenging to maintain the technology skills that librarians and library staff need. What are the best ways to measure and develop competencies to ensure your library is ready to support the next new technical system? If you're ready to hire a new systems librarian, which requirements should you specify in the job description? If you're looking for the answers, then this latest LITA Guide is just what you need. Ideal for public and academic libraries, Core Technology Competencies for Libraries provides an excellent...
Given the rapid pace of change in technology and library services, it is challenging to maintain the technology skills that librarians and library sta...
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The "Routledge Handbook of...
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This book highlights the interconnectedness of integrity with philosophical history, leadership, managerial decision-making, and organizational eff...