Harriet Tubman

Explains what mathematics is and how it feels to do math, and shows some basic mathematical concepts such as sorting and measuring.

From the candiru to the lionfish, there are so many kinds of fish on Earth. While all have different methods of production, the basic life cycle is the same, from egg to spawning swimmers. Readers are introduced to this general cycle as well as the important vocabulary needed to talk about it, such as “fry” and “spawning.” Accessible language and simple diagrams throughout the book provide a way for struggling readers to tackle science curriculum content.

William B. Seabrook nació en la localidad estadounidense de Westminster, Maryland, en 1886. Su abuelo paterno era el editor del diario local y su padre ministro de una iglesia luterana, lo que movió al joven Seabrook a interesarse por el periodismo y las religiones. A los veinte años viajó a Europa y, ya de regreso, inicia su carrera periodística en el «Atlanta Journal». En 1915 vuelve a Francia como camillero voluntario en la Gran Guerra. Herido y repatriado, es contratado por el «New York Times» donde publica una serie de crónicas sensacionalistas sobre crímenes, ocultismo, etc....

Gente que hay que conocer is a series of biographies designed for beginning readers. Each book introduces one of the most important individuals in recent times and explains what makes her or him so remarkable. People We Should Know, a companion English-language edition, is also available.