Rastreo del tiempo (Tracking the Weather)

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...

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...

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...

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 ...

This book offers a tactile, interactive way to learn how to count to 20. Children are encouraged to trace the numbers with their fingers, find objects, and turn the wheel to reveal the correct number. It will help develop their fine motor skills as well as their powers of observation.

Texas has long been associated with two main industries: cattle and oil. Learning about these businesses is valuable as their development coincides with the growth of the state of Texas, and a boon in America’s economy as well. Additional features, such as an interactive reader response panel, make this topic a joy to explore.

Con prosa ágil e irónica, con los giros y modismos que delatan la dualidad idiomática, y hasta con el erotismo más desbordado, la autora -nacida en Cuba y ahora residente en Nueva York- retrata el interior de los residentes hispanos en la ciudad emblemática de los Estados Unidos.

Desde la más remota antigüedad las personas han sentido fascinación por la luna, el astro más cercano a nuestro planeta. Los babilonios y los aztecas, por ejemplo, confeccionaron calendarios muy precisos basándose en las observaciones de la luna. Nuestro satélite natural en el momento en que se encuentra más cerca de la tierra está a 365.000 kilómetros de distancia. El estudio de la luna tuvo un gran impulso cuando el gran científico italiano Galileo Galilei inventó el telescopio en 1610 y con ayuda de este instrumento pudo realizar interesantes observaciones que le permitieron...