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How do you truly engage students in learning history? When students make personal connections to the subject, they’re much more motivated to learn. This Spanish book provides firsthand accounts of history that give personal insights into historical events. Students will learn about California’s gold rush by examining maps, letters, images, and art from that time. With a visually appealing layout, this book features captivating text, fun facts, sidebars, and time lines that help students grasp the essential concepts they need to know at their grade level. Packed with information and primary...

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...

Rain, sunshine, warm fronts, and cold fronts. Have you ever listened to a weather report? Knowing the weather can help us plan ahead. But reporters aren’t the only ones who can track weather. You can, too! This nonfiction Spanish book explores the subject of meteorology in depth, and introduces students to important scientific concepts and vocabulary like anemometer, barometer, air pressure, warm front, cold front, rain gauge, probability, Celsius, Fahrenheit, and more. The colorful images, diagrams, sidebars, and text features will keep students connected to the text. Aligned to state and...

Take a trip to the British Museum as you explore its fascinating objects and geometric shapes! This famous London museum was built for exploration - and for learning geometry. Learn about its history and artifacts as you build your geometry skills. This Spanish math book seamlessly integrates the teaching of math and reading, and uses real-world examples to teach math concepts. Text features include images, a glossary, an index, captions, and a table of contents to build students' vocabulary and reading comprehension skills as they interact with the text. The rigorous practice problems,...

California is home to the largest school system in the country. Students will learn about the history of California’s schools and higher education system with this nonfiction text that builds students’ reading skills and social studies content knowledge. The intriguing primary source maps, letters, documents, and images provide authentic nonfiction reading materials and keep students interested in learning. Text features include a glossary, index, captions, sidebars, and table of contents. This book connects to California state studies standards and the NCSS/C3 Framework and features...

Clara y Jorge acaban de mudarse a una urbanización porque la convivencia con los vecinos del edificio donde vivían era insoportable. Esperan que ahora todo sea diferente, pero arrastran un secreto oscuro del que no pueden librarse y, aunque sus nuevos vecinos los acogen con entusiasmo, pronto descubrirán cosas terribles de su pasado que abrirán una grieta insalvable entre ellos. Los perros siempre ladran al anochecer es un relato de suspense que se lee de un tirón y que al mismo tiempo arroja luz sobre la condición humana, las dudas que lastran la existencia y la dificultad de enterrar...

Este libro se centra en una propuesta de educación para la ciudadanía para el ámbito escolar, si bien se inscribe en el marco de una escuela abierta a los diferentes entornos y en donde se da una especial vibración ciudadana. Plantea un proyecto de educación para la ciudadanía basado en el desarrollo de determinadas competencias

Un libro que todos se animen a cocinar; con el estilo descontracturado de Paulina y la participación de Pablo Agustín, Hecatombe, Connie Isla, Merakio, Angie Sammartino y Lyna Vallejos. No importa si es la previa; una tarde de estudios o una juntada casual. Sin dudas; los mejores momentos son los que compartís con tus amigos. Y si hay comida de por medio; son insuperables. Y si además cocinás vos; creeme: serás un ser más valorado en la sociedad; el ídolo de los niños; la joyita del barrio. En este libro te dejo recetas y trucos para que te animes a cocinar; comas rico; sano y...