Arboles de globos / Balloon Trees

Excite your fifth grade students with this captivating nonfiction title, which explores the many technological advancements made throughout history. The interesting and intriguing facts found within the informational text, along with vivid images, diagrams, and charts, inspire curiosity in readers as they learn about miraculous inventions like the hologram, 3D printing, virtual reality technology, personalized medicine, and bionic body parts. This Spanish-translated nonfiction title will engage and encourage readers to imagine the next big technological innovation that could change the world. ...

For thousands of years, militaries around the world were limited to male soldiers. However, throughout history, brave women have stepped out of the background and onto the battlefield. This biographical text covers the important women who’ve broken ground in the military. Famous historical figures such as Joan of Arc, Clara Barton, and Florence Nightingale are covered in depth, while the stories of modern-day heroes are presented to show how women are still affecting change on the front lines. A comprehensive timeline, fact boxes, and historical and modern images complete this...

Nature gives us many useful things. Sunlight, rocks, trees, plants, and sand are resources. This Spanish book introduces students to the concept of natural resources. With images that are easy to identify and clear, simple sentence structures, this science reader simplifies scientific concepts for young students as they improve their reading skills. A fun and easy science experiment and Your Turn! activity provide more in-depth opportunities for additional learning. Nonfiction text features include a glossary and an index. Engage students in learning with this dynamic text!

Everybody knows that America declared its independence in 1776, but the young republic did not immediately get into one indivisible nation of united states. Here is the unforgettable story of 55 men who created a Constitution in 1787 that gave the struggling new government a foundation that has held strong ever since. "Should be invaluable."--"Kirkus Reviews." Full-color illustrations.