La fiebre del oro (The Gold Rush)

Our toilets toil away for us every day. Yet, they get little thanks for their hard work! When you think of toilets, you probably picture one in your home. But, toilets can be very different around the world. At first glance, a toilet is a simple device, but they are critical for proper sanitation. There are many people worldwide who do not have access to a toilet. Let's dive into an exploration of the history, importance, and inner workings of toilets! This Spanish book combines math and literacy skills and uses everyday examples of problem solving to teach subject area content. The...

Take a trip to the British Museum as you explore its fascinating objects and geometric shapes! This famous London museum was built for exploration - and for learning geometry. Learn about its history and artifacts as you build your geometry skills. This Spanish math book seamlessly integrates the teaching of math and reading, and uses real-world examples to teach math concepts. Text features include images, a glossary, an index, captions, and a table of contents to build students' vocabulary and reading comprehension skills as they interact with the text. The rigorous practice problems,...

Over the years, people have looked for ways to improve our imperfect sight. This has led us to the world of optics, which is the study of light and how it travels. What are some of these innovations that have changed how we see the world, and how do they work? Find the answers to these questions with this Smithsonian Informational Text! Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this text builds students' reading skills while engaging their curiosity about STEAM topics through real-world examples. It features a hands-on STEAM challenge that guides students through every step...

A car accident left Elsa in a coma. One day Thibault enters the room and starts talking to her without waiting for an answer. Everyone is convinced that she is unconscious, but she's begun to hear and understand what is happening around her. As everybody have given up hope for recovery, Thibault is engaging a relationship with her.

Got a fan of snakes, lizards, and turtles? Dig into this beginner's guide to reptiles from Cathryn and John Sill, creators of the award-winning About... series. Author and educator Cathryn Sill explains in simple language the basic characteristics that all reptiles share, while offering a look at many of the animals that fall into this diverse category, including ever-popular lizards, snakes, and turtles. The beautifully detailed paintings of noted wildlife illustrator John Sill depict reptiles in their habitats and highlight their unique aspects. An afterword provides more detail on each...

La mayoría de héroes que conocemos son seres extraordinarios con poderes mágicos y una capa ondeando en sus hombros. Pero también existen héroes de carne y hueso, tan humanos como tú y como yo, que algunas veces se equivocan y otras aciertan a lo grande. Frida Kahlo fue una de ellos. Sus poderes fueron una fuerza de superación inquebrantable, un gran talento para la pintura y mucho entusiasmo. Gracias a todo ello se convirtió en el primer artista mexicano en exponer en el Museo del Louvre, en París, y consiguió ser una pintora mundialmente conocida. Tal es la proeza de Frida Kahlo,...

Nathan del Amico es un prestigioso abogado de Nueva York, pero ni la fama ni la fortuna consiguen que su vida deje de ser aburrida. Hasta que un buen día conoce a Garrett Goodrich, un doctor de cirugía oncológica con poderes sobrenaturales. Tras sobrevivir a su propia muerte clínica, Goodrich se convirtió en un Mensajero, es decir, en poseedor del don de identificar a quienes están a punto de morir.