Trenes de Alta Velocidad (Bullet Trains)

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...

The United States has many places to live. People choose to live in small towns and big cities. Why do people live where they do? With examples from both the past and present, this Spanish book teaches beginning readers about the history of immigration to the United States and the factors that influence where people live. Dynamic images in conjunction with Spanish text provides first grade students with an inviting learning experience as they build their reading skills and knowledge of US history.

Despite unprecedented economic growth, the injustices and turmoil endured by Mexico over the course of Porfirio Diaz's three-decade presidency would lead to the outbreak of that country's biggest social revolution. In this profusely-illustrated history book for children, the events surrounded Porfirio Diaz's mandate are narrated in a simple, clear style. The book's profuse illustrations contribute to a didactic and comprehensive understanding of the Porfiriato. The supplementary charts and the timeline spanning the 1876-1911 period help organize and narrow down the most relevant facts in this ...

"Campus Sur es un nuevo curso intensivo de español para universidades creado: •Para los que trabajan en el ámbito universitario y quieren un manual eficaz en ese contexto. •Para quienes buscan un enfoque panhispánico: los países de América Latina y España están ampliamente representados. •Para los profesores que quieren experimentar técnicas de clase invertida (flipped classroom). Las unidades permiten que los alumnos y las alumnas trabajen previamente de forma autónoma y luego, en el aula, de manera colaborativa. •Para los que buscan trabajar con documentos variados,...