Mujeres en las fuerzas armadas (Women in the Military)

Advances in science have changed our world, all thanks to the scientists behind important discoveries. Some of the most important discoveries have come from female scientists, who were as unique for their work as they were for being trailblazers in a male-dominated industry. This text offers a biographical treatment of such important scientists as Marie Curie, Rachel Carson, and Jane Goodall, as well as others who have made it possible for women of the future to have a career in science. Age-appropriate text, fact boxes, historical and modern images, and a comprehensive timeline complete the...

It was September 14, 1814, and America and Great Britain were at war. Frances Scott Key watched from the deck of a British ship, where he was being held captive, as cannons exploded around them. After 25 hours, the fighting ceased and Key peered through the clearing smoke, looking for some sign as to the outcome of the battle. Was the American flag still flying? His wartime experience inspired Key to write a poem, which was later set to music and became America’s national anthem. This book tells the story of the inspiration behind our national anthem, which helped transform the flag into a...

Book Features: • 32 pages, about 7 inches x 9 inches • Ages 8-14, Grades 3-8 Latin bi-lingual themed leveled readers • Simple, easy-to-read pages with vibrant illustrations • Features side-by-side English and Spanish text • After-reading questions and activities included The Magic Of Reading: Introduce children to the magic of reading, culture, and music with Sofía Reyes: Stars of Latin Pop/Estrellas del Pop Latino. The 32-page book features vibrant photos and interesting facts about the beloved superstar. Stars Of Latin Pop: Sofía Reyes is an award-winning Mexican singer that's...

From art and architecture to politics, philosophy, and mathematics, "western civilization" owes a great deal to the achievements of ancient Greece, but what do we really know about this long-gone civilization? How did geography influence the politics of the Greek city-states? What's the difference between an agora and an acropolis? This book takes readers several thousand years into the past, when independent city-states ruled the Mediterranean Sea, to find the answers. Full-color photographs and maps, accompanied by accessible text, introduce readers to the many contributions the ancient...

Children love magic, both seeing it and performing for friends and family." "This is a profusely illustrated book of simple illusions for children to master and wow audiences of all ages. They ll learn how to make their sibling levitate, how to escape Houdini-style, and much more, all while developing reading, problem-solving, and public-speaking skills."