Mercados del mundo (World Markets) (Spanish Version)

The use of calendars dates back thousands of years. Why are we driven to record time, and what would happen if we did not? Who created the concept of calendars? Why do different cultures use different calendar systems? And why are calendars so important to us? It is about "time" we found out! Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this Spanish-translated Smithsonian Informational Text builds reading skills while engaging students' curiosity about STEAM topics through real-world examples. Packed with factoids and informative sidebars, it features a hands-on STEAM challenge...

En 1938, un brigadista norteamericano desaparece durante la batalla del Ebro, cerca de La Fatarella. Setenta años después, Barbara Stein, su nieta, viaja hasta allí para descubrir las circunstancias de su muerte. Su propósito queda truncado por un misterioso asesinato en el que se ve involucrada y que activa recuerdos traumáticos de la República y la guerra. Enfrentándose a esta nueva situación, Barbara acaba descubriendo la fascinante historia de amistad, misterio y traición que vivió su abuelo, en compañía de un niño de La Fatarella.

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. This primary source book focuses on the history of California’s Native American tribes: the Tongva, Yokuts, Yana, and Yahi. 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...

"Discusses all the different forms of life on Earth, including plants and animals"--Provided by publisher.