La Sierra de la Demanda

Suitable for training advanced level students in writing texts in different styles and registers in Spanish

Born into slavery, Frederick Douglass relied on his own determination and ingenuity to carve a path to freedom. Once free, he dedicated his life to improving the lives of others and fighting for justice and equality. This inspirational Spanish biography uses primary sources to engage students in learning about the fascinating life of Frederick Douglass. Students will build their literacy skills as they are immersed in social studies content. Text features include a glossary and an index to increase comprehension and academic vocabulary.

La naturaleza está llena de innumerables criaturas salvajes, extrañas y maravillosas, de todas las formas y especies. Cada animal se ha adaptado para sobrevivir en su entorno particular. Cada ser vivo desempeña una función única e importante en nuestro planeta. Sorpréndete con esta divertida recopilación de los animales más inútiles (¿o no?) del mundo.

Students will learn area and perimeter while engaged in reading about a day in the life of a contractor! This Spanish engaging book uses real-world examples to teach math concepts, and incorporates nonfiction reading to increase vocabulary and comprehension skills. The challenging practice problems, graphs, and sidebars provide many opportunities for students to practice their developing math skills, and apply what they've learned to their daily lives. Essential text features like a glossary, index, and table of contents will increase students' interest level and their interaction with the...