responsibility

"Shortly after retiring from the university where she taught literature, Antonia Vega, a Latino writer, loses her beloved husband and her life seems to suddenly fall apart. Until then, she seemed to have found comfort in the literature she loves--the words of her favorite authors spin around her head like prayers--but the disappearance of her sister, with her unpredictable personality and big heart, along with the appearance of an immigrant illegally in her home garage, they return Antonia to harsh reality. In these circumstances, the world requires more than words"--Amazon.

Text and photographs examine the concept of being responsible. Includes audio, videos, activities, weblinks, slideshows, transparencies, maps, quizzes, and supplementary resources.

After the sudden death of her husband, a literature professor tries to rediscover who she is while also dealing with a series of family and political crises.

Seventeen-year-old Lucille is struggling to get through each day, paying bills and looking after her little sister, Wren, while her father is institutionalized after a breakdown and her mother is "on vacation," but nothing else seems to matter when she is with Digby Jones, her best friend's twin brother.

Photographs and simple text teach young readers about responsibility.

Text and photographs examine the concept of being responsible.

"Little Shaq has always wanted his own kitten, but his parents aren't sure he is responsible enough. When Little Shaq is chosen as his class's Star of the Week, he's sure it's his moment to prove that his parents can count on him"--Provided by publisher.

When Ms. Alex is called away from the classroom, she leaves Yasmin in charge, but the other children just ignore her and start acting silly and noisy--until Yasmin thinks up a way to motivate them to finish the math assignment, quietly.

When Willow breaks her leg, Ellabeth must step into the role of Head Unicorn Rider as the remaining three riders set off on a dangerous mission to obtain diamonds from the Dakkar serpent, who must give them up willingly--but Ellabeth is not sure she has the courage or judgment to lead the way, especially after she insults the serpent.

When Ms. Alex is called away from the classroom, she leaves Yasmin in charge, but the other children just ignore her and start acting silly and noisy--until Yasmin thinks up a way to motivate them to finish the math assignment, quietly.