Globos aerostáticos (Hot Air Balloons)

This book really measures up! It provides historical background and details about how length, distance, volume, weight, and time were measured in the past. An introduction to many of the necessary terms for a better understanding of measurement, such as scale, perimeter, and ruler is provided along with detailed photos and images to help the readers better comprehend the overall concept of measurement.

En el acuario (At the Aquarium) engages students in reading about aquariums as they learn how to calculate volume. Volume helps aquarium designers figure out everything from the shapes and sizes of tanks to how much water is needed to fill them. This nonfiction Spanish text includes mathematical charts to help students practice calculations. With a glossary, an index, and easy-to-read text, students will build their math and reading skills while they are engaged in reading high-interest content.

The scientific method lists important steps in the process of conducting scientific study and research. With detailed images and fascinating sidebars, this nonfiction book explores the scientific method and scientific practices in depth, and introduces students to new concepts, vocabulary terms, and STEM topics. Aligned to state and national standards, the leveled text supports students reading at above-, below-, and on-grade level. The fun lab activity encourages students to think like scientists. Keep students engaged in learning with this Spanish book.

Daphne still visits her husband's family, even though their mansion brings back painful memories of her husband's death after a violent argument with his father. Eight years have gone by, but mystery of what really happened still haunts the family. Daphne turns to her brother-in-law, Dimitri, for support. When the two begin to feel attracted to one another, Daphne feels even more conflicted. Will she find the answers she is desperately seeking?

A stinky look at the history of personal hygiene reveals fascinating facts, such as the invention of the toilet, how many times Queen Elizabeth I had a bath, how the first sewers were built, and much more.

La historia de Robinson Crusoe se ha contado muchas veces pero nunca desde el punto de vista de los animales que viven en la isla. Los animales se van cediendo la palabra, desde Yaguatirica, el gato montés, que es quien encuentra a Robinson, a la tortuga que le enseña a comer sabrosos gusanos. Según los animales, Robinson, a quien ellos llaman “Tinga” por su color blanco, era un inútil que no hubiera sobrevivido sin su ayuda. Todo cambia el día en que llega Taiguara, es decir “Libre”, al que Robinson se empeña en llamar Viernes.