Californianos que marcaron la diferencia (Californians Who Made a Difference)

Where did the sunflower come from? How does it grow so tall? How can its thin stalk support such a large and heavy head? These and many other questions are answered in this dazzling book. Using lushly detailed illustrations and photographs, the book takes us inside the sunflower to examine its stem, root system, leaves, and flowering heads, proving an understanding of this unique plant's structure, growth, flowering, reproduction, and cultivation.

"Una niña de nueve años, divertida y muy madura se enfrenta a la separación de sus padres, obligada a escoger entre la aparente estabilidad que le ofrece su madre y la vida bohemia y despreocupada junto a su padre en el campo. Una novela tierna, fresca e ingeniosa."--Casadellibro.

Learn about the rich history of Mission San José: how it started, the people who ran it, the indigenous population, and its legacy today.

Aimed at young children, this series teaches the basics of healthy eating, hygiene, caring for your body, and sexuality. The humorous illustrations capture the reader's attention, getting across the point that is expressed in the simple but informative texts. Children will learn about the dangers of drug abuse, the importance of exercise, how to fight germs, where babies come from, and much more. Text copyright 2004 Lectorum Publications, Inc.