Arte y cultura: El British Museum: Clasificar, ordenar y dibujar figuras (Art and Culture: The British Museum: Classify, Sort and Draw Shapes)

Over the years, people have looked for ways to improve our imperfect sight. This has led us to the world of optics, which is the study of light and how it travels. What are some of these innovations that have changed how we see the world, and how do they work? Find the answers to these questions with this Smithsonian Informational Text! Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this text builds students' reading skills while engaging their curiosity about STEAM topics through real-world examples. It features a hands-on STEAM challenge that guides students through every step...

Our toilets toil away for us every day. Yet, they get little thanks for their hard work! When you think of toilets, you probably picture one in your home. But, toilets can be very different around the world. At first glance, a toilet is a simple device, but they are critical for proper sanitation. There are many people worldwide who do not have access to a toilet. Let's dive into an exploration of the history, importance, and inner workings of toilets! This Spanish book combines math and literacy skills and uses everyday examples of problem solving to teach subject area content. The...

What do churros, macarons, and strudel have in common? In order to bake them successfully, pastry chefs must use fractions! Students will learn comparing fractions while engaged in reading about delectable desserts from around the world. This Spanish book combines mathematics and literacy skills, and uses practical, real-world examples of problem solving to teach math and language arts content. The glossary, index, and table of contents will further understanding of reading and math concepts, and the full-color images, practice problems, and math graphs and charts make learning math easy,...

Rita y Seve, dos niños curiosos que quieren ser científicos, y su mascota el pajarillo Pi te cuentan en este libro todo tipo de secretos para que aprendas mucho sobra el planeta Tierra, el cuerpo humano, el universo, los grandes inventos que ha habido en la Historia (como el televisor o el teléfono), los fenómenos meteorológicos… ¿Sabes… que los delfines tienen una forma peculiar de dormir? cómo se producen los rayos que caen del cielo? cuántos litros de alimentos caben en un estómago normal? cuánta superficie terrestre ocupan los desiertos? a qué saben las nubes? Las...

Capítulo Siete es un relato verídico y tragicómico de las experiencias vividas durante las trece temporadas en las que su autor trabajó como guía turístico en catorce países de Europa. Es un capítulo de su vida, pero también una visión de algo que a todos, de una forma u otra, nos afecta. El mundo del turismo es cruel y generoso, amargo y dulce, un reflejo de lo peor y lo mejor que hay dentro de nosotros. La verdadera historia que encierra, quizá una gota de agua en el océano, arroja la luz cegadora de la honestidad sobre un mundo de hipocresía y codicia donde, sin embargo, no...

Describes jet-powered hydroplane boats, including information on their design and speed. Written in English and Spanish.

Emergency vehicles are there when people need help. Sometimes we need help when we are sick or there is a fire, or even when our car is not working. Let's explore the different vehicles that come to help! The Mi Mundo (My World) series is perfect for young learners in prekindergarten through grade 2. These 16-page books give readers an accessible introduction to nonfiction reading. Color photographs and fun, factual examples will grab the attention of young readers and help strengthen reading comprehension skills.