Un vikingo en el jardín

"My name is Book and I'll tell you the story of my life." Nonfiction like you've never read it before! Quirky and humorous, part poetry, part reflection, this is the story of the book told by none other than Book himself! This extraordinary character begins by reminding us of his origins in oral story and clay tablets, then ponders on papyrus, parchment and paper, and on being a scroll who finally gets a spine. We see him lovingly illuminated by monks in medieval monasteries, then witness the massive changes brought about by the invention of the printing press, and the coming of paperbacks...

The I Want to Be... series gives young children a realistic insight into the working day of adults. Easy-to-read captions and color photographs of women and men from different cultures help children understand what's involved in each occupation. Young readers learn to respect the importance of doing a job well and appreciate the contributions these workers make to our life and the world around us. These books are perfect for reading alone or in group story times. They are certain to spark questions and encourage dialogue and prompt children to learn more about these occupations. Quiero ser...

Learn about the rich history of Mission San Juan Capistranol: how it started, the people who ran it, the indigenous population, and its legacy today.

Biología sin pérdida de tiempo, para maestros y alumnos con prisa, volúmenes I y II, son libros electrónicos creados por médicos y biólogos ampliamente calificados, que han dedicado su vida a la docencia y la investigación. La finalidad de estos libros es proporcionar al docente contenidos sintetizados del programa de biología, libres de información superflua o baladí. Además, incluyen un extenso banco de preguntas con respuestas de opción múltiple, que permiten preparar exámenes con sólo copiar y pegar los reactivos elegidos, así como calificarlos con mucha rapidez, lo cual...