Cuaderno Ágora de Matemáticas 4

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...

Young children are natural problem-solvers and always looking for answers, especially when it involves interesting animals. This Spanish-language edition of Scaly Swimmers provides young curious readers with striking visual clues and simply written hints. Using the photos and text, readers rely on visual literacy skills, reading, and reasoning as they solve the animal mystery. Clearly written facts give readers a deeper understanding of how the animal lives. Additional text features, including a glossary and an index, help students locate information and learn new words.

Elegante e ilustrada, esta monografía narra la historia del innovador diseñador Christian Dior y la casa de moda que fundó. El estilo único de Dior combinó habilidades artesanales tradicionales de la casa de moda francesa (sastrería y adornos intrincados) con una sensibilidad contemporánea. La historia de los primeros años de vida de Dior, los inicios de la marca, los triunfos de las colecciones de alta costura en la pasarela y la alfombra roja, y el viaje de la marca tras la muerte de su fundador. El espectacular ascenso de Christian Dior a las altas esferas del mundo de la moda...

Paleontologists are scientists who study dinosaur bones. This book introduces their job from start to finish. The Descubrámoslo (Let’s Find Out) 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.