El monstruo del lago Ness: Una misteriosa bestia en Escocia (The Loch Ness Monster: Scotland's Mystery Beast)

Take a trip to the world market for an exciting way to learn about standard measurement! This title takes young readers to markets around the world, showing them how to measure common food items with standard measurements. Some things are measured by length! Some things are measured by weight! Children will learn these and other measurement techniques through vibrant images, fun examples, and simple mathematical charts, enhancing their mathematical and STEM skills.

The idea of the Roaring '20s conjures up images of speakeasies, women with short, saucy hairdos, and hot jazz. Readers will learn about the historical events that define this decade, including the devastating war that preceded it. An explanation about project-based learning will help readers understand how it can help them research their topic in unique and interesting ways. Constructive suggestions offer ideas for projects, while encouraging readers to take their studies in new and interesting directions.

Inspirándose en el gran astrónomo y divulgador Carl Sagan, Fernando J. Ballesteros y Bartolo Luque reúnen en este volumen quince pequeños ensayos destinados a despertar en los lectores el mismo estímulo y fervor que despertaron en ellos los de su modelo. Con sencillez, amenidad y rigor, 10.000 AÑOS MIRANDO ESTRELLAS (título que hace referencia a los testimonios más antiguos de esta actividad del hombre sobre la Tierra) aborda los asuntos del cosmos que sin duda llaman más la atracción del lector actual: la composición y el origen del universo, los agujeros negros, el comportamiento ...

Before there was the U.S. Constitution, there were the Articles of Confederation. Readers discover the story behind the first written constitution of the United States—from the factors that inspired its creation to the reasons why it was replaced. The detailed main text is enhanced by informative sidebars and graphic organizers. Historical images, including relevant primary sources, allow readers to immerse themselves in this historical period. Readers are given the chance to thoroughly examine elements of the original document, making them feel like true historians. They’re sure to enjoy ...