Arte y cultura: Postres alrededor del mundo: Comparación de fracciones (Desserts Around the World: Comparing Fractions)

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...

Take a trip to the British Museum as you explore its fascinating objects and geometric shapes! This famous London museum was built for exploration - and for learning geometry. Learn about its history and artifacts as you build your geometry skills. This Spanish math book seamlessly integrates the teaching of math and reading, and uses real-world examples to teach math concepts. Text features include images, a glossary, an index, captions, and a table of contents to build students' vocabulary and reading comprehension skills as they interact with the text. The rigorous practice problems,...

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...

El gran poeta romántico español del siglo xix nació en Sevilla y murió en Madrid. Esta antología de sus Rimas pretende acercar a los lectores más jóvenes una particular propuesta que sigue un itinerario existencial. Se trata de un recorrido temático, con principio y fin, por los grandes temas de la vida y la poesía de Bécquer. En sus páginas, deliciosamente ilustradas, nos encontramos versos tan populares como “Volverán las oscuras golondrinas”, o “Al brillar de un relámpago nacemos”. No son las Rimas de Bécquer poesías estrictamente infantiles, aunque nadie discute su...

Spanish English bilingual children's books. Perfect for kids studying English or Spanish as their second language. Jimmy is a sweet little bunny, who doesn't like to brush his teeth, but with a little magic and a few surprises, Jimmy learns just how important tooth brushing is and how much fun it can be. Jimmy el pequeño conejito no le gusta lavarse sus dientes, pero con un poquito de magia y unas cuantas sorpresas, Jimmy aprende cuánto es de importante lavarse los dientes y cuánto divertido puede ser.

La contaminación del medio es, sin lugar a dudas, una preocupación de quienes habitamos este planeta, aunque con frecuencia no sepamos lo que opinan los divulgadores de la ecología. Planeta azul, planeta gris ofrece, a través de un relato ágil que se desarrolla en una escuela preparatoria o de educación media superior, las diversas formas de contaminación que afectan nuestro entorno. Mónica Lavín Maroto es una destacada escritora. Estudió la carrera de biología en la Universidad Autónoma Metropolitana-Xochimilco y trabajó en el Instituto de Ecología. Ha sido colaboradora de las...

Think about your favorite computer program or smartphone app. Do you know how it was made? In this book, readers will learn about the work that goes into creating the software we use every day. Exciting fact boxes and sidebars add depth to the text with additional information about the software design process. Readers will gain an understanding of the various steps of the software development life cycle. They'll also be introduced to famous software architects and STEM concepts from the Next Generation Science Standards throughout the text.