Los desiertos (Deserts) 6-Pack

Oceans cover 70 percent of the Earth's surface, providing students with a variety of plant and animal life to learn about. An ocean biome includes the saltwater below the waves and everything on, above, and near the surface. Students will also learn about the beach, tides, cliffs, bays, coastlines, coral reefs, and tide pools in this Spanish-translated title.

If asked to define a forest, readers might say, "It has a lot of trees." But many places have a lot of trees. So, what makes a forest a forest? Readers discover that a forest is unlike any other biome on Earth. And a temperate forest is even more specific. Readers learn the many life cycles found within a forest and how the energy pyramid explains the numbers of forest plants and animals. In addition, readers learn by examining how forces usually considered destructive work to help forests survive. 32pp.

A baby kangaroo is a joey. A baby hamster is a pup. Learn about baby animals with this full-color text that is filled with images of children's favorite animals. With simple sentences, this Spanish science reader simplifies scientific concepts for young readers. A fun and easy science experiment and Your Turn! activity extend the learning experience. Nonfiction text features include a glossary and an index. Engage young learners with this dynamic text!

Este libro afronta el problema de la interrelación entre arte y conocimiento desde la definición de un objeto de estudio en el que ambos factores concurren ineludiblemente: la ilustración gráfica. Para ello parte de un concepto de ilustración que, más allá de la común valoración utilitaria y subrogada al texto, está profundamente implicado con el psiquismo, la cultura, el arte y la ciencia occidental. Se perfila así lo que es no ya solo un género creativo, sino una categoría de naturaleza dúplice, esto es, estética y epistemológica. La ilustración gráfica pertenece a un...

The sun gives us warmth and light. It makes the seasons change. Our sun is very important! Learn about the sun with this engaging Spanish science reader. With easy-to-read text, this book teaches students important scientific concepts and vocabulary. Aligned to state and national standards, the book contains nonfiction text features like an index, a glossary, captions, bold font, and detailed images to keep students connected to the text. A hands-on science experiment helps students apply what they have learned and develops critical thinking skills.

A land of extremes, from active volcanic peaks to dense rain forests, Guatemala has sustained great civilizations and attracted foreign conquerors. While shadows of its vicious, decades-long civil war still linger, Guatemala's people work toward peace and stability in the face of corruption and impunity. Illuminating photographs, insightful facts, and informative sidebars help the reader discover what it's like to live in today's Guatemala, its ancient beginnings, dramatic landscape, rich culture, resilient people, and more.