La llegada de los dioses

Texas has long been associated with two main industries: cattle and oil. Learning about these businesses is valuable as their development coincides with the growth of the state of Texas, and a boon in America’s economy as well. Additional features, such as an interactive reader response panel, make this topic a joy to explore.

The sun is responsible for all life on Earth, but what exactly is it? Our star is an amazing force that can be as dangerous as it is important. From solar flares to the threat of blowing up altogether, the sun is one of the most interesting things in our solar system. Readers take a trip to the sun to see how it works and exactly what it is made of. They’ll learn about the life cycle of a star and see just how long we have until we have to find a new planet to call home. Don’t worry, they’ll be happy to learn that (hopefully) we have millions of years left!

Todos conocemos la obra de Vincet Van Gogh, pero ¿Sabes cómo fue que se inició en el arte? En una pequeña ciudad en Holanda vive el travieso Vincent Van Gogh, un pelirrojo con las mejillas llenas de pecas al que le encanta meterse en problemas. Junto a su inseparable hermano Theo, pasa sus tardes buscando nidos y mirando las estrellas, descubriendo una manera de ver el mundo que hoy puedes encontrar en pinturas colgadas en museos de muchos países. Aquí conocerás cómo fue la niñez de este famoso pintor impresionista y cómo inició su camino para convertirse en uno de los artistas...

Have you ever seen a skyscraper that is shaped like an elephant? How about one that looks like waves? Students will learn how to measure area while engaged in reading about the world's coolest skyscrapers! This Spanish book uses real-world examples to teach math concepts, and incorporates nonfiction reading to increase vocabulary and comprehension skills. The practice problems, graphs, and sidebars provide many opportunities for students to practice their developing math skills, and apply what they've learned to their daily lives. Essential text features like a glossary, index, and table of...