Cartas a Valentina

The adventures of eight-year-old Rita come to life in this extraordinary, interactive series of augmented reality books. After installing a simple computer program that is included on the accompanying CD-ROM, children use their webcams to reveal three different three-dimensional animations in each book. In the first, Rita introduces the adventure on which kids are about to embark. In the second animation, in the middle of each book, Rita appears again with more information on the subjects and places being discussed in each story. A final animation allows children to take a photo of themselves ...

A retelling of the Cinderella fairytale from the Mexican tradition. Domitila is not only "sweeter than a cactus bloom in early spring," she is also a talented cook and an amazing leather artist. Most of the classical elements of a Cinderella story can be found in Domitila. A gentle weaving of her mother's nurturing with strong family traditions is the secret ingredient for Domitila to rise above hardship to eventually become the Governor's bride. Moreover, with a firm belief in simplicity and realism, Domitila makes a lasting impression as a triumphant Cinderella in her humility, service, and ...

Reni está de visita en casa de Plip y Charly y los tres están pasando una tarde muy entretenida, hasta que Reni necesita ir al baño, pero comienza a percibir ruidos y olores misteriosos provenientes del baño. Reni está dejando la bacinica y aún no se atreve a ir solo al baño, pues teme que aparezca un horrible monstruo y se lo lleve por el excusado. Para ayudarlo a vencer su miedo Plip y Charly tendrán que demostrarle a Reni que el Monstruo del Baño sólo existe en su imaginación.

Anyone can learn computer science, even at the elementary school level. This book delves into the essential computer science concept of conditionals using age-appropriate language and colorful illustrations. A meaningful storyline is paired with an accessible curricular topic to engage and excite readers. This book introduces readers to a relatable character and familiar situation, which demonstrates how conditionals are used in everyday life. Readers will follow Sam as he learns about how solar panels turn sunlight into electricity. This fiction title is paired with the nonfiction title...