El Oso Polar

"Describes the U.S. Army in action, including their vehicles, weapons and equipment, and jobs."--From source other than the Library of Congress

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 biography focuses on the life and times of Junípero Serra, the Franciscan missionary who created missions that stretched from San Francisco to San Diego. 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...

El texto sencillo y fotografías presentan los colores, objetos de colores brillantes, y sus nombres en español y en inglés.

The Brightest Star in Science Stephen Hawking has been one of the most brilliant scientists of the 20th century and the one who best understood the universe. He suffered a serious illness that left him immobilized and continued to study, had children, participated in movies, wrote extraordinary books and even travelled to the space in his wheelchair. He was a genius but, above all, a man with an enormous desire to learn and to live. Both the narrative register and the style of the images are suitable for children between 8 and 11 years old. The text and illustrations deal with didactic themes ...