Proyectos reales para explorar la Guerra Fría (Real-World Projects to Explore the Cold War)

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.

This biography details one of the most captivating couples in the world: Prince William and Princess Catherine "Kate" Middleton, Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. Features include compelling descriptions of their early lives, including the dramatic events of William's childhood. Readers will learn about their courtship, marriage, and family life. A timeline of significant moments supports the narrative. An overarching theme is why they deserve to be called a "power couple," with an emphasis on the couple's public service and philanthropic efforts. The volume provides an authoritative, concise...

Marcos Ana (Fernando Macarro Castillo). Naci&ó en Alconada, una peque&ña aldea de Salamanca, en 1920, en el seno de una familia pobre de jornaleros del campo. Su vida ha estado marcada por una pasi&ón constante en defensa de los oprimidos y los desheredados y una entrega absoluta a su ideal comunista. Desde su primera juventud, luch&ó del lado republicano, durante la guerra civil espa&ñola. Al terminar &ésta, en 1939 fue detenido, junto a millares de dem&ócratas y condenado a muerte. Permaneci&ó encarcelado durante 23 a&ños ininterrumpidos: toda su juventud y la mitad de su vida. En...

Earthquakes can leave people and property in bad shape. At times, they can be deadly. Find out about the science of studying earthquakes and the men and women who track the movements of the ground below us. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this Spanish book ignites a curiosity about STEAM topics through real-world examples. It features a hands-on STEAM challenge that guides English language learners through every step of the engineering design process. Inspire students to pursue a STEAM career with career advice from a real person working in a STEAM field. Discover...

En El fascinante mundo de... las aves rapaces descubrirás la rápida garra acuática del águila pescadora o la alucinante caída en picado, a 200 km por hora, del halcón peregrino en busca de su presa. Verás el preciso planear del buitre oteando la carroña o te sorprenderás de la habilidad del alimoche cuando utiliza una herramienta para conseguir su comida... y muchas cosas más sobre su fascinante mundo.

¿Las personas pueden volar? ¡Sólo si son gimnastas! Aprenda sobre el gran deporte de la gimnasia. Las fotografías llenas de color que capturan la atención atraerán visualmente a los lectores, mientras que un diagrama útil demuestra los diferentes tipos de equipos de gimnasia. Estas grandes características, junto con las preguntas de pensamiento crítico hacen de este título una excelente introducción a la no ficción para niños. Can people fly? Only if they're gymnasts! Learn about the great sport of gymnastics. Attention-grabbing full-color photographs will visually engage...