La fiebre del oro (The Gold Rush)

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...

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,...

The London Eye opened on March 9, 2000. Although it hasn't been there long, the London Eye has already become an iconic symbol of London. No trip to London is complete without a visit to the London Eye! Learn about the history and creation of Europe's tallest observation wheel as you build your arithmetic skills! This Spanish math book combines math and literacy skills, and uses real-life examples of problem solving to teach subject area content. The full-color images, engaging sidebars, practice problems, and math diagrams make learning math relevant and fun. Text features include a table of ...

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...

Los pueblos de Bretaña llevan años disfrutando de la paz y la prosperidad gracias al buen gobierno del rey Artor y la alianza de las tribus pactada en la Unión de Reyes. Frente al despotismo de su predecesor, Uter Pandragón, Artor gobierna con enorme sentido del deber, con h onor y buen hacer

En esta obra se reúnen los más interesantes relatos de las principales culturas nativas de México, en los cuales el autor ha puesto mucho esmero para que el lenguaje resulte ameno y moderno. En algunos de estos mitos y leyendas resalta el humorismo y en varios de ellos el amor es el tema central. Esta selección nos da una amplia visión del mundo de los antiguos mexicanos y nos trae rumores de tiempos idos con los que, sin embargo, todavía podemos identificarnos, pues las preocupaciones, temores, angustias y alegrías del ser humano cambian muy poco con el paso del tiempo. Entre los...

Juneteenth is usually celebrated on June 19. It honors the day in 1865 when Union troops swept into Galveston, Texas, and told the elated slaves there that they were free. This accessible volume delves into the American Civil War, the Emancipation Proclamation, and the events that led to this special holiday for African Americans and everyone who celebrates the end of slavery in the United States. Carefully chosen photographs reflect this special commemoration, both in the past and today.

Publicada en 1962 por Revista de Occidente, la SEGUNDA ANTOLOGÍA DE LA POESÍA CHINA, en la cual MARCELA DE JUAN (1905-1981) seleccionó, prologó y tradujo con acierto y sensibilidad sin par algunos de los mejores poemas de la milenaria lírica china, se ha convertido en un clásico probablemente no superado. Su privilegiada condición de china y española (su nombre chino era Ma Ce Hwang), así como la formación esmerada y cosmopolita que le posibilitaron sus circunstancias familiares fue hija de un mandarín dedicado a la Diplomacia y su madre era belga , hicieron de ella la persona...