Rastreo del tiempo (Tracking the Weather)

Students will develop their math skills while engaged in reading about the importance of honeybees. 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 place value 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 section provides additional learning and practice opportunities while challenging...

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...

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...

How do you truly engage students in learning history? When students make personal connections to the subject, they’re much more motivated to learn. This Spanish book provides firsthand accounts of history that give personal insights into historical events. Students will learn about California’s gold rush by examining maps, letters, images, and art from that time. With a visually appealing layout, this book features captivating text, fun facts, sidebars, and time lines that help students grasp the essential concepts they need to know at their grade level. Packed with information and primary...

Daphne still visits her husband's family, even though their mansion brings back painful memories of her husband's death after a violent argument with his father. Eight years have gone by, but mystery of what really happened still haunts the family. Daphne turns to her brother-in-law, Dimitri, for support. When the two begin to feel attracted to one another, Daphne feels even more conflicted. Will she find the answers she is desperately seeking?

Kamo es un chico que acuerda con su madre aprender inglés en tres meses. Para lograrlo se carteará con Cathy,una chica inglesa francamente extraña, que parece vivir en otra época, a juzgar por el estilo de sus cartas y por el ambiente que describe. Sin poder evitarlo, Kamo iniciará una relación postal con ella que cambiará totalmente su modo de ver la vida. ¿Puede el amor viajar a través del tiempo? Un libro que pone de manifiesto la importancia de la amistad y los vínculos familiares.

Clues about the lion's physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat lead the reader to guess what animal is being described. Presented in English and Spanish. Presented in English and Spanish.

A human hand is found in the zoo's elephant enclosure. The rest of the teacher and ardent environmentalist turns up on the lawn. Although admired by his students, nearly everyone else seems to have a reason to want him dead.