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

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.

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.

So you think you're a martial arts master, but do you know the difference between kung fu, kendo, and karate? Students will learn about various martial arts as they practice comparing numbers. This nonfiction math book combines math and literacy skills, and uses real-life examples of problem solving to teach subject area content. The full-color images, intriguing sidebars, practice problems, and math diagrams make learning math relevant and fun. Text features include a table of contents, glossary, and index to increase understanding of math and reading concepts. An in-depth problem-solving...

Veinticuatro horas son las que Amy Smith, socióloga canadiense, piensa permanecer en China, adonde ha tenido que viajar para resolver un asunto legal relacionado con la casa de sus antepasados. Sin embargo, en cuanto empieza a escuchar lo que el encargado del papeleo tiene que decir sobre sus ancestros, se da cuenta de que esa historia, la historia trágica y extraordinaria de su familia, la va a retener allí durante mucho más tiempo.En el principio de esa historia está Fong Dak-fat, que a sus dieciséis años no tiene más que un sueño: abandonar la miserable vida que lleva como...

Beirut es una novela que se ha metido en mí, que me ha absorbido y me ha convertido en uno de sus muchos personajes -secundarios para la ciudad: sin embargo, resulta imposible concebirla sin nosotros, sus criaturas de ficción verdadera-, obligándome a merodear entre sus cubiertas, a deslizarme entre sus páginas ya escritas, aventurándome hacia las que aún permanecen sin escribir, acompañada conforme avanzo hacia el final por la misma gente que me incita a vivir.

Tornadoes are some of the strongest storms on the planet. It’s not safe to go near them, but what if we could? Readers will dive into the world of wild weather in a special ship that lets them get up close and personal with a tornado. From the cone of silence deep inside the storm to the incredible winds and lightning created by a superstorm, this book will electrify readers as well as educate them on what to do if a tornado forms nearby.