California en el siglo XX: Read-along ebook

The sun is responsible for all life on Earth, but what exactly is it? Our star is an amazing force that can be as dangerous as it is important. From solar flares to the threat of blowing up altogether, the sun is one of the most interesting things in our solar system. Readers take a trip to the sun to see how it works and exactly what it is made of. They’ll learn about the life cycle of a star and see just how long we have until we have to find a new planet to call home. Don’t worry, they’ll be happy to learn that (hopefully) we have millions of years left!

This compare-and-contrast text explains the technology we seldom feel we can go without; the phone, computer, and camera. Readers learn the difference between old and new versions of each. New vocabulary such as 'stationary' and 'portable' are introduced. A picture-word glossary is included.

—¿Mi primera tarea? —Sí, tu primera misión, si lo prefieres. Lo que tendrás que hacer en espera de otras instrucciones. —No estoy seguro de comprenderlo. —Has vivido cosas que, en cierta manera, se han grabado en ti y condicionan la forma en que ves el mundo, en que te comportas, tus relaciones con los demás, tus emociones... El resultado de todo ello es un verdadero desastre, hablando claramente. Te causa problemas y te hace desgraciado. Tu vida será mediocre mientras la vivas así, por lo que hay que obrar ciertos cambios. »Es necesario que vivas cierto número de...

California is home to the largest school system in the country. Students will learn about the history of California’s schools and higher education system with this nonfiction text that builds students’ reading skills and social studies content knowledge. The intriguing primary source maps, letters, documents, and images provide authentic nonfiction reading materials and keep students interested in learning. Text features include a glossary, index, captions, sidebars, and table of contents. This book connects to California state studies standards and the NCSS/C3 Framework and features...