Mujeres en las ciencias (Women in Science)

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...

In What Is Money?, early readers learn the fundamentals of money and the differences between coins, bills, and their worth. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage early readers as they discover basic economic principles.

"Adivinancero dos, además del cúmulo de adivinanzas populares, contiene más de cien nuevas creaciones de los autores, quienes se dieron a la tarea de ocultar entre sus versos enigmas novedosos por descubrir. En este segundo tomo se han incluido textos de Sor Juana y Quevedo, quienes a través de juegos de palabras hacen referencia velada a personajes de la época. Una adivinanza siempre representa un desafío a la inteligencia de quienes participan en su solución."--gandhi.com.mx

How do you truly engage students in learning history? When students make personal connections to the subject, they’re much more motivated to learn. This Spanish book provides firsthand accounts of history that give personal insights into historical events. This primary source book focuses on immigration in California from the time of the Gold Rush to the end of the 19th century. With a visually appealing layout, this book features captivating text, fun facts, sidebars, and time lines that help students grasp the essential concepts they need to know at their grade level. Packed with...

El protagonista de esta historia tiene una familia muy especial: su pap se opera Para prevenir enfermedades que a n no tiene. Su mam necesita un mapa Para no perderse en su propia casa! Su tierna y dulce abuelita se tira al piso y echa espuma por la boca, cada vez que alguien pronuncia una palabra con la letra e. As que un buen d a, desesperado, decide cambiar de familia...