Arboles de globos / Balloon Trees

What does the phrase "once in a blue moon" refer to? What is the difference between a waning gibbous moon and a waning crescent moon? What is the atmosphere on the Moon like? How does the Moon create tides? Students will learn the answers to these questions and more as they read all about the Moon! This nonfiction Spanish book introduces students to important scientific concepts and vocabulary as they are engaged in reading. The colorful images, diagrams, sidebars, and text features will keep students connected to the text. Aligned to state and national standards, the fun lab activity...

Take a trip to the Everglades as you practice addition! About one million people visit Everglades National Park every year to see the unique animals, reptiles, birds, and fish that call this unique place home. Students will practice addition within 100 while engaged in reading about the Everglades. This nonfiction math book combines math and literacy skills, and uses real-life examples of problem solving to teach subject area content. The full-color images, intriguing sidebars, practice problems, and math diagrams make learning math concepts relevant and fun. Text features include a table of...

Civil rights leaders are people who make sure that the laws of the United States are fair for everyone, regardless of their race, religion, or gender. One of the most influential men of our time was Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. EL DIA DE MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.—HONRAMOS A UN HOMBRE DE PAZ is a Spanish-only edition discussing the man behind this day.

From the initial idea and forming characters to developing and sustaining a plot, this entertaining and educational guide discusses the process of creating a story from the perspective of an author. With equal parts guidance and motivation, young writers discover how the world of fantasy can help them improve their writing and hone their skills. Desde la inspiración inicial y la formación de personajes al desarrollo y sostenimiento de un argumento, esta guía entretenida y educacional discute el proceso de crear un cuento desde el punto de vista de un autor. Con dirección y motivación,...