Mujeres que cambiaron el mundo (Women Who Changed the World)

¿Cómo involucras realmente a los estudiantes en el aprendizaje de la historia? Cuando los estudiantes establecen conexiones personales con la asignatura, están mucho más motivados para aprender. Este libro en español proporciona relatos de la historia de primera mano que brindan información personal sobre los eventos históricos y se enfoca en la historia del sistema escolar de California. Con un diseño visualmente atractivo, este libro presenta texto cautivador, datos divertidos, barras laterales y líneas de tiempo que ayudan a los estudiantes a comprender los conceptos esenciales...

This Spanish nonfiction book gives students a close-up look at media by exploring all forms and how it plays an important role in society. Ideal for young readers, the book includes a glossary and a short fiction piece related to the topic. Students will learn to tell the difference between facts and opinions with this exciting book and the accompanying extension activity. This 32-page full-color Spanish book defines media, explains how to separate fact from fiction. It also covers important ideas like democracy and censorship, plus includes an extension activity for grade 3. Perfect for the...

It was known as the age of the dinosaurs, but other fascinating creatures roamed the Earth at the same time. Learn about lesser-known animals from the prehistoric era that are no less fascinating! Students will be engaged in reading about ancient animals like Gigantopithecus, Titanoboa, Megalodon, and more as they develop their skills at reading and writing numbers. This nonfiction math book combines math and literacy skills, and uses real-life examples of problem solving to teach subject area content. The full-color images, intriguing sidebars, practice problems, and math diagrams make...

This book's attractive combination of excellent color photographs and detailed illustrations will captivate young readers and hold their attention as they learn all about the animal kingdom. The child-friendly text highlights details that children are especially interested in to provide a thorough introduction to the major animal and insect groups. Text copyright 2004 Lectorum Publications, Inc.

Todos conocemos la obra de Vincet Van Gogh, pero ¿Sabes cómo fue que se inició en el arte? En una pequeña ciudad en Holanda vive el travieso Vincent Van Gogh, un pelirrojo con las mejillas llenas de pecas al que le encanta meterse en problemas. Junto a su inseparable hermano Theo, pasa sus tardes buscando nidos y mirando las estrellas, descubriendo una manera de ver el mundo que hoy puedes encontrar en pinturas colgadas en museos de muchos países. Aquí conocerás cómo fue la niñez de este famoso pintor impresionista y cómo inició su camino para convertirse en uno de los artistas...

The early nineteenth century in the United States was a study of contrasts. On the one hand, the Jazz Age brought cultural liberation, vivacity, and reckless consumption; on the other, the Great Depression brought poverty and desperation to millions. Explore these periods in American history through the eyes of the people who lived them.

This book uses intriguing primary sources to introduce students to the life of George Washington. The detailed, authentic images and simple, repetitive phrases will engage students in reading and build their social studies content knowledge. For use in the classroom or at home, this Spanish book includes a simple glossary and index to introduce informational text features to young readers and provide additional reading support.