Células (Cells)

How do you truly engage students in learning history? When students make personal connections to the subject, they’re much more motivated to learn. This Spanish book provides firsthand accounts of history that give personal insights into historical events. Students will learn about the U.S. Constitution, the Articles of Confederation, the Connecticut Compromise, and the Bill of Rights. With a visually appealing layout, this book features captivating text, fun facts, sidebars, and time lines that help students grasp the essential concepts they need to know at their grade level. Packed with...

If a person were ever face-to-face with a huge, hungry animal with sharp teeth, they probably wouldn’t care exactly what that animal was! But from a safe location, can we tell whether it was a crocodile or alligator that wanted to take a bite? By examining their jaw structure, teeth, and other physical features, we can easily tell these two animals apart! Graphic organizers and amazing images highlight each animal’s habitat and other small differences between the two fearsome creatures, showing readers just what creature is lurking below the waters.

Una manera rigurosa, pero amena de explicar a los chicos qué es la religión. “Cada religión es una especie de declaración de amor. O lo que es lo mismo, el sentimiento religioso es lo más personal que posee un ser humano.” ¿Sabes qué es la religión? ¿Has pensado alguna vez que muchas personas creen en la existencia de algo superior? ¿Quién es Dios? ¿Se llama igual en todas las religiones? ¿Es el mismo para todos? ¿ Existen muchas diferencias entre las diversas religiones? Este libro te ayudará a responder a todas esas preguntas y a través de un viaje fascinante por el...

Combine valuable fourth grade math and literacy skills in a purposeful way with the Spanish-translated math reader Viajes: Por tierra, aire y mar (Journeys: Land, Air, Sea). Focusing on the critical skills that 4th graders need to know to advance to the next level, this book incorporates key math concepts into an engaging text that introduces students to different types of maps, including street maps to moon maps. Students will identify map symbols, keys, compasses, grid coordinates, and map ratios. Filled with mathematical charts, diagrams, and practice problems, the text features in this...

Over the years, people have looked for ways to improve our imperfect sight. This has led us to the world of optics, which is the study of light and how it travels. What are some of these innovations that have changed how we see the world, and how do they work? Find the answers to these questions with this Smithsonian Informational Text! Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this text builds students' reading skills while engaging their curiosity about STEAM topics through real-world examples. It features a hands-on STEAM challenge that guides students through every step...