La Energía Solar (Solar Energy)

This inspiring biographical series ties in with elementary history, science, and social studies curricula, providing teachers with a valuable interdisciplinary resource. With these books, young readers will discover historical figures who devoted their lives to making the world a better place, and changed the course of history. Text copyright 2004 Lectorum Publications, Inc.

Defines screws, explains their functions, and suggests simple experiments to demonstrate how they work.

El Mayflower es un barco que ha llegado a ser célebre en la historia de los Estados Unidos porque en 1620 transportó desde Inglaterra al grupo conocido como "los peregrinos", quienes serían los primeros colonos europeos en establecerse en Norteamérica. Ellos zarparon desde el puerto inglés de Southampton y bautizaron como Nueva Inglaterra a la tierra que los acogió. Como señala este libro, el Pacto del Mayflower designa el acuerdo que los hombres adultos de esta comunidad firmaron a bordo del barco para fijar criterios generales que sirvieran como fundamento para el gobierno de la...

Young children are natural problem-solvers and always looking for answers, especially when it involves interesting animals. This Spanish-language edition of Fast and Flightless provides young curious readers with striking visual clues and simply written hints. Using the photos and text, readers rely on visual literacy skills, reading, and reasoning as they solve the animal mystery. Clearly written facts give readers a deeper understanding of how the animal lives. Additional text features, including a glossary and an index, help students locate information and learn new words.

Juneteenth is usually celebrated on June 19. It honors the day in 1865 when Union troops swept into Galveston, Texas, and told the elated slaves there that they were free. This accessible volume delves into the American Civil War, the Emancipation Proclamation, and the events that led to this special holiday for African Americans and everyone who celebrates the end of slavery in the United States. Carefully chosen photographs reflect this special commemoration, both in the past and today.

Naomi, con 18 años, entró en una de las salas de reuniones más prestigiosas para los músicos: Sony Records, y salió unos minutos después con un contrato discográfico. Naomi estaba siendo aclamada por los críticos como la "siguiente Céline Dion". Con sus sueños de fama y fortuna en camino, Naomi se codeaba con Randy Jackson, Carlos Santana, Steven Tyler, Britney Spears, Sean "Puff Daddy" Combs, Avril Lavigne y Justin Timberlake. Pero una conversación cambió todo. En el angosto pasillo de un estudio de hip-hop, un chofer le dijo: "Tuve un sueño acerca de ti anoche. Un ángel se me...

A paraphrased psalm alongside the original version helps young children understand the verses and relates them to everyday life. Also, a Bible chapter on God’s care. Suggested for ages 7 and younger.