La represa de Itaipú

Describes how the rig was built, how it stands out in the water, and how much drilling it does in a day.

Looking at VENEZUELA: Did you know that Angel Falls, in Venezuela, is the highest waterfall in the world? Looking at Venezuela, you will see the snow-covered peaks of the Andes Mountains, the flat-topped cliffs of the Guiana Highlands, and the colorful plants and animals of the rain forest. Learn about life in Venezuela, from the Maracaibo Basin to Margarita Island and from oil rigs to orchids.

Students will gain a deeper understanding of the Cold War by delving into major social studies topics in this project-based examination. The volume presents a series of broad questions touching on major themes in the social studies curriculum. Each question is accompanied by several paragraphs examining that question in the context of the Cold War, as well as a detailed project that prompts readers to think critically and present their findings or opinions in a particular format, such as a poster with side-by-side comparisons, a persuasive essay, or a class presentation.

Frida Kahlo es una de las más destacadas artistas plásticas del siglo XX. Un accidente a los 18 años cambió el rumbo de su vida y desde entonces el dolor se convirtió en el protagonista de su existencia. Utilizó la pintura para canalizar este sufrimiento creando una obra absolutamente personal y metafórica. Su arte representa su vida, y su vida representa la conquista de la adversidad. En este libro encontrarás muchas historias y anécdotas sobre su vida.

History is full of unsolved crimes, mysterious disappearances, and strange sightings. Readers will discover some of the most well-known mysteries in history--including Amelia Earhart, Big Foot, and the Salem Witch Trials--in this fascinating, Spanish-translated nonfiction book. Featuring detailed images, intriguing facts, and informational text in conjunction with a glossary of terms and an index, readers will be enthralled from beginning to end! This 6-Pack includes six copies of this title and a lesson plan.