Vivo cerca de un desierto (There's a Desert in My Backyard!)

Many people around the world live in the forest biome. That’s because temperate forests grow in places where winter isn’t too cold and summer isn’t too hot. Readers learn that we need to care for this biome that’s in so many backyards. Simple, accessible language describes common trees and characteristics of both evergreen and deciduous forests, and full-color photographs highlight their beauty. Animals and their adaptations to this biome are addressed in the main content as well.

Es su primera parte, TÚ Y LA DANZA, esta obra se dirige a los chicos y chicas de 13 años, y parte del postulado de que la danza, desmitificada e integrada en las vivencias del niño, debe permitirle asumirse en su cuerpo y en su imaginación. Los temas que trata, el cuerpo, los sentimientos, las personas que nos rodean, el espacio, las formas, la música, están presentados para ofrecer respuestas a las necesidades del niño, a sus interrogantes, y para incitarle a la investigación personal. Estos mismos temas se recuperan en la segunda parte, NUESTRO HIJO Y LA DANZA, dirigida a educadores ...

One of the skills employers want most in new hires is the ability to speak well. Public speaking can not only advance a person in almost any career but can also help an individual do better in school as well. Following the English Language Arts standards for Speaking and Listening, this book teaches readers why public speaking can be such an effective tool, how to craft a powerful speech, and how to overcome one of the most common problems people have with talking in front of a crowd�stage fright.

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...

This book introduces you to giraffes, including their size, diet and everyday behavior, which highlights differences between those in the wild and those living in a zoo habitat.