La Misión de San Antonio de Padua (Discovering Mission San Antonio de Padua)

¿Quieres saber cómo eran las peleas de gladiadores, cómo se construían los acueductos o qué significan las palabras "Mare Nostrum"? Pues estás de suerte... ¡Hoy, los chicos de la Hispania del Imperio Romano serán tus guías particulares! Te llevarán por las calles de sus ciudades y te mostrarán el gran circo, los talleres de los artesanos, los mercados, los templos y mucho más. ¡Juntos aprenderéis cómo era un día en la vida de esta increíble civilización de la antigüedad! Escrito por Pedro Pérez, profesor y creador del canal de YouTube "El cubil de Peter", donde divulga...

Advances in science have changed our world, all thanks to the scientists behind important discoveries. Some of the most important discoveries have come from female scientists, who were as unique for their work as they were for being trailblazers in a male-dominated industry. This text offers a biographical treatment of such important scientists as Marie Curie, Rachel Carson, and Jane Goodall, as well as others who have made it possible for women of the future to have a career in science. Age-appropriate text, fact boxes, historical and modern images, and a comprehensive timeline complete the...

Our toilets toil away for us every day. Yet, they get little thanks for their hard work! When you think of toilets, you probably picture one in your home. But, toilets can be very different around the world. At first glance, a toilet is a simple device, but they are critical for proper sanitation. There are many people worldwide who do not have access to a toilet. Let's dive into an exploration of the history, importance, and inner workings of toilets! This Spanish book combines math and literacy skills and uses everyday examples of problem solving to teach subject area content. The...

Nearly 75% of planet Earth is covered in water and 96% of it is found in the ocean. We know more about outer space than we know about the depths of the ocean, but through the use of modern technology, scientists are shedding light on the Earth’s hidden underwater world. This nonfiction Spanish book explores the Earth’s oceans in depth and introduces students to new concepts, vocabulary terms, and STEM topics. Aligned to state and national standards, the leveled text supports students reading at above-, below-, and on-grade level. The fun lab activity encourages students to think like...