Huracanes (Hurricanes)

Storms are a fascinating topic and a great way to get young readers interested in science. This series uses simple text and dramatic, full-color photos to take students inside nature's powerful and deadly storms. Each book explains one kind of storm- what it looks like, how it forms, the damage it can do, and how people can protect themselves from danger.

Forces and motion are key concepts in the elementary science curriculum. This Spanish edition of How Simple Machines Work uses simple text and full-color photographs to help ELL students understand the principles behind simple machines. Each volume includes three diagrams to enhance comprehension. The text uses authentic language and is designed to build reading skills as well as knowledge of basic science concepts.

This book describes a snowstorm, including how it forms, what damage it can cause, and how we can protect ourselves from it.

The same fascinating content as Seymour Simon's AMAZING AIRCRAFT, thoughtfully translated into Spanish for use in the classroom or at home. Newly Updated 2012.

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