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What do solar panels, waterproof clothing, and window coverings have in common? They are technologies that have been adapted based on studying butterflies! Learn what scientists have learned from butterflies with this Spanish book that will ignite a curiosity about STEAM topics through real-world examples. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this STEAM book features a hands-on STEAM challenge that is perfect for makerspaces and that guides students step-by-step through the engineering design process. Make STEAM career connections with career advice from actual...

'No Means No!' is a children's picture book about an empowered little girl who has a very strong and clear voice in all issues, especially those relating to her body and personal boundaries. This book can be read to children from 3 to 9 years. It is a springboard for discussions regarding children's choices and their rights. The 'Note to the Reader' at the beginning of the book and the 'Discussion Questions' on the final pages, guide and enhance this essential discussion. It is crucial that our children, from a very young age, are taught to have a clear, strong voice in regards to their...

Aquí encontrarás a los animales más sorprendentes del planeta, ¡prepárate para la aventura! ¿Un ser vivo más ruidoso que un avión al despegar? ¡Eso no existe! ¿Un volador enloquecido que rompe el récord de velocidad de los 100 m/seg? ¡Sólo en el cine! Los seres sobrehumanos que se esconden tras esas proezas son, sin duda, de carne y hueso... Aunque creas que ya lo sabías todo sobre los animales, es muy poco lo que conoces sobre sus superpoderes, pero en Animales superhéroes podrás leer sobre las proezas y también sobre las debilidades y defectos de algunas especies. Además...

Learn about the many things humans can do to get warm when they are too cold. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this STEAM book will ignite a curiosity about STEAM topics through real-world examples. It features a hands-on STEAM challenge that is perfect for makerspaces and that guides students step-by-step through the engineering design process. Make STEAM career connections with career advice from actual Smithsonian employees working in STEAM fields. Perfect for English language learners, this Spanish book builds 1st grade students’ early literacy skills.