Estadounidenses asombrosos: Abraham Lincoln (Amazing Americans: Abraham Lincoln) (Spanish Version)

Introduce students to one of the greatest presidents in American history, Abraham Lincoln. In this engaging and informational Spanish-translated biography, readers will learn about the amazing things that Lincoln accomplished during his presidency, and why he is considered a hero today. Build reading skills and strengthen social studies knowledge with this engaging book!

From war and death to school and gender equality, the Sociedad series discusses many serious issues in a way that can be easily understood by children. Although many of the situations and examples are specific to Mexico, these books can be applied to a general readership, particularly one of Hispanic origin. Reflecting on modern sciences, particularly biotechnology—from its limitations to its advances—this perceptive study answers many questions concerning cloning and genetically modified organisms, such as Why do scientists work in these arenas? What are the benefits of this technology?...

Each year, Martin Luther King Jr. Day serves as a reminder of the life and work of one of America's greatest civil rights activists. In this informative book, readers will learn about the importance of the civil rights movement and why we celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Full-color photographs accompany the text. This essential book features accessible language that is ideal for children in the early stages of learning to read.

¡Imagina ver a cientos de animales de la misma especie en un mismo lugar a un mismo tiempo! Aquí en Norte América, muchos animales se agrupan en grandes masas en tiempos y lugares previsibles. No todas las migraciones están ligadas a cambios de fuentes de alimento - algunas están ligadas a los cambios de ciclos de vida. Ciertas aves, reptiles, mamíferos, anfibios, peces e inclusive insectos, emigran durante la primavera, el verano, el otoño o el invierno. Viaja junto con ellos mientras aprendes qué es lo que hace que estos animales estén Avanzando...de aquí para allá.

New York City’s desegregated Palladium Ballroom springs to life with a diverse 1940s cast in this jazzy picture-book tribute to the history of mambo and Latin jazz. Era la década de 1940 en la segregada cuidad de Nueva York. Ya sea que bailaras al sonido de las trompetas y los saxofones en un salón en el barrio italiano o en la calle al son de maracas y congas en el barrio puertorriqueño, generalmente bailabas en el lugar donde vivías y con gente de tu mismo origen. Pero antes de que terminara la década, una nueva sala de baile — el Palladium – acogió a personas de todos los...