Las cadenas alimentarias en el desierto (Desert Food Chains)

Este libro contiene información ilustrada que describe una época, a fines del siglo XIX, muy importante en la historia de México. En ese tiempo Porfirio Díaz fue presidente de la República y su ejercicio del poder dio nombre a un periodo de la historia mexicana conocido como Porfiriato. Durante su mandato, la economía mexicana se estabilizó y el país experimentó un desarrollo económico sin precedentes: se invirtió capital extranjero en la explotación de los recursos mineros; la industria minera, la textil y otras experimentaron una gran expansión; se construyeron vías férreas y ...

Ever wonder how a balloon is made? Follow the journey of a balloon from its beginnings as gooey sap in a tree to its completion at a rubber factory. You'll be surprised to discover what a balloon started out as and how it becomes the bright, air-filled decoration that you enjoy today.

Knowing when to say we're sorry means knowing when we've hurt someone, whether it was intentional or not. This is not always easy to do, especially for children. This book presents readers with a variety of relatable scenarios in which young people recognize the need for an apology. Readers follow Louis as he shares an embarrassing secret about Aaron with his other classmates, who make fun of Aaron. Louis feels bad for sharing Aaron's secret. What can he do? Each colorful spread presents a different real-life situation that will instill in readers the importance of knowing when to say, "I'm...

Texas has changed dramatically since it joined the United States in 1845. It has become a national leader in resources and many industries, serving as a major supplier of the nation's oil, cattle, and agriculture. This inviting nonfiction book will intrigue readers as they learn about major Texas industries through colorful images and captivating facts. Children will learn about NASA, various types of music found in Texas, and even about the most popular Texas sports! The supportive text, accessible glossary, and index aid in better understanding of the content and vocabulary. This book has...