Thomas Edison

Before she became First Lady of the United States, Melania Trump was known for being a model in the fashion industry. In this engaging volume, readers get to take a look into her life, from her early years in Europe and her emigration to the United States to her move into the White House. Colorful photographs paired with concise text make for a captivating book that is sure to appeal to readers of many ages and levels.

Even young readers were likely saturated with exposure to Hillary Clinton over the course of the 2016 presidential election. But do they really know who she is and what she has accomplished? This volume bridges the gap between current news stories and what elementary readers really know about the first female presidential candidate. By illuminating the life and story of this powerhouse of politics, young readers can learn and be inspired by a story of perseverance, service to others, and commitment to beliefs. With a vivid, age-appropriate narrative, this much-needed volume is sure to be...

Aunque los estudios de Bachillerato completan, en sí mismos, una etapa de formación, es indudable que en la mayoría de los casos son paso necesario hacia otros estudios de rango universitario. Este libro ha sido diseñado para abarcar esa doble finalidad. Por una parte busca ser un complemento de lo explicado en el libro de texto o en la clase; desea, por otra, ser una ayuda en ese tránsito intermedio entre el Bachillerato y los primeros cursos de Facultades y Escuelas Universitarias.

La Guía Práctica para el docente novel en la etapa de secundaria tiene como propósito orientar a los docentes noveles de la etapa de secundaria en el inicio de su trayectoria profesional. Solo unos pocos docentes tienen unas competencias innatas para ser enseñantes, pero otra mayoría podría necesitar una guía para los primeros pasos. Tal vez, uno de los problemas clave de esta profesión radica en la creencia de que después de su paso por la universidad y la realización del Máster en Formación del Profesorado de Educación Secundaria Obligatoria y Bachillerato, Formación...

For ages, the idea of machines that think and act on their own has gripped scientists, thinkers, and the general public. This book explores the history of artificial intelligence (A.I.), and how science fiction is quickly becoming science fact. It examines the technologies involved in A.I. and its inevitable effects on work, life, health, and many other aspects of human society. Rooted in history and science, this book provides an inside look at a topic that captivates engineers, scientists, and dreamers, but also raises important ethical issues and challenges how we see ourselves and our...

Welcome to Canada! From its majestic mountains to its exciting sports, readers are invited to explore what makes Canada so special in this exciting, Spanish-translated nonfiction title! With informational text, fresh vocabulary, and engaging maps, readers will be engaged from beginning to end.