20 datos curiosos sobre la Revolución Industrial (20 Fun Facts About the Industrial Revolution)

Thomas Edison is considered by many to be one of the greatest inventors of all time. His creations changed the world, but there was more to his life than just his inventions. Readers of this engaging volume will learn all about the man behind the innovations. This fascinating biography introduces important subjects and encourages a further interest in history. Concise and accessible text paired with vibrant photographs is sure to captivate audiences of many ages and levels.

If you ask people to name an amazing musical composer, chances are Beethoven's name will come up. Widely thought to be the greatest composer in history, Beethoven's work influenced music around the world. This exciting volume teaches readers the fascinating story behind his life, and includes colorful images and engaging text to capture and hold their attention. This high-interest biography is sure to encourage an interest in both music and history, making for an excellent addition to any library.

Before she became First Lady of the United States, Melania Trump was known for being a model in the fashion industry. In this engaging volume, readers get to take a look into her life, from her early years in Europe and her emigration to the United States to her move into the White House. Colorful photographs paired with concise text make for a captivating book that is sure to appeal to readers of many ages and levels.

Now in Spanish, children share their love for farm animals in this simple nonfiction reader from an award-winning photographer. Simple, joyful text accompanies Shelley Rotner's vibrant and heartwarming photographs of children and animals on the farm, from pigs, to chickens to piglets too. Young readers will learn to identify adult farm animals and their babies and will identify with the children's looks of wonder at being close to creatures big and small. Now available in Spanish. ¡Me Gusta Leer! provides emerging Spanish language readers with translations of popular I Like to Read® books....

Este libro ilustrado para niños y jóvenes ofrece un análisis equilibrado de las creencias, la historia y las costumbres de todas las grandes religiones del mundo y de muchas doctrinas menos conocidas.

«¡Por fin ha regresado la fantasía a la literatura!». ANA MARÍA MATUTE. Petra tiene doce años, un padre inventor y una araña parlante y lectora con problemas de insomnio. Pese a todo, su vida se desarrolla sin grandes contratiempos? hasta que el príncipe Rodolfo hace llamar a su padre para encargarle algo: la construcción de un reloj astronómico sin igual, que, una vez terminado, enseguida cobra fama por su belleza. No obstante, Petra pronto se entera de lo que oculta el reloj: un mecanismo capaz de manipular el clima mediante el tiempo. El padre de la niña trata de tranquilizarla, ...

Provides an overview of combat jets including their design, weapons, equipment, crew, missions, and role in the U.S. Marine Corps. Written in English and Spanish.