Junípero Serra: Un misionero español

Junípero Serra was an influential Franciscan missionary who created missions that stretched from San Francisco to San Diego. His impact on California is still felt-and debated-today. Introduce students to his life with this nonfiction biography that builds students' reading skills and promotes social studies content literacy. The dynamic primary source maps, letters, and images provide authentic nonfiction reading materials and keep students interested in learning. Text features include a glossary, index, captions, sidebars, and table of contents. This book connects to California state...

Learn how streets are fixed, sidewalks get added, and new schools are built with this Spanish nonfiction book. Perfect for young readers, the book includes a fiction story related to the topic, a glossary, an additional project, useful text features, and engaging sidebars. This 28-page full-color Spanish book describes the many ways individuals can make changes in their communities. It also covers essential civics topics such as leadership and voting, and includes an extension activity for grade 2. Perfect for the classroom, at-home learning, or homeschool, to explore voting, local...

SHAAAARRRKK! That's probably the last word anyone wants to hear while swimming in the warm blue sea. But most sharks aren't at all what people expect. In fact, those who think all sharks are giant, man-eating killers are in for a surprise. The compelling narrative, colorful illustrations, and captivating facts in SURPRISING SHARKS reveal that sharks come in all shapes and sizes - and probably should be more afraid of humans than we are of them. Back matter includes a note about sharks and an index.

Encantadora obra llena de detalles acerca los seres vivos que habitan el jardín. Los niños podrán conocer los animales y plantas que viven allí, cómo son, cómo crecen, cómo conviven y por qué viven ahí o visitan el jardín. Mediante solapas, los niños descubrirán las respuestas a diversas preguntas planteadas a lo largo de la obra. Los colores de su portada y las ilustraciones interiores serán la sensación de todos los pequeños. Charming work full of details about the living beings that inhabit the garden. The children will be able to know the animals and plants that live there, ...

In Chinese New Year, early readers will learn about this Chinese holiday and the ways people celebrate it. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text will engage emergent readers as they explore this unique holiday. A labeled diagram helps readers understand the symbols of Chinese New Year, while a picture glossary reinforces new vocabulary. Children can learn more about Chinese New Year online using our safe search engine that provides relevant, age-appropriate websites. Chinese New Year also features reading tips for teachers and parents, a table of contents, and an index....

When people go to sleep, bats are just waking up. While young readers may recognize the image of bats in the night skies, where they live may be less familiar. This title takes readers inside bat roosts to uncover the fascinating facts about this creature. Readers will learn the basics of bat roosts—in caves and beyond—and how they help bats survive in the wild. The text also looks at bat’s appearance, behavior, and the crucial role they play in nature’s ecosystems—topics covered in most elementary science curricula. Diagrams, fact boxes, colorful images encourage learning.