La economía (The Economy of Latin America)

A 2014 survey by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration showed that 8.7 million youths ages twelve to twenty reported drinking alcohol beyond “just a few sips” in the previous month. Those who start drinking before age fifteen are five times more likely to become dependent on alcohol than those who begin at twenty-one. This resource shows young people how to help a friend who is abusing alcohol. It arms them with facts about alcohol, how it affects the teen mind and body, how to look for signs of a problem, and how to bring others on board to help.

Teach students the significance of the capital of the United States, Washington, DC. This Spanish-translated nonfiction book introduces readers to important buildings and monuments in Washington, DC, and helps students understand the city's importance and connection to American history. Primary source images and supporting text work together to engage young learners from cover to cover.

«Vive y deja vivir, ese es mi lema». Cayetana Fitz-James Stuart, duquesa de Alba, icono de dos siglos, la aristócrata más querida y admirada, narra por primera vez su historia. Con sinceridad, con pasión y con sentido del humor, repasa sus recuerdos en esta extraordinaria autobiografía. Desde su infancia de niña huérfana hasta su espléndido momento actual, no deja nada por contar: su relación con su padre, sus grandes amores, sus tragedias personales, su trabajo por la Casa de Alba, su papel de madre, su increíble vida social. Por estas páginas desfilan los personajes más...

Twirling tornadoes, horrific hurricanes, deadly dust storms, and blowing blizzards. Depending where you live, you may have experienced one of these extreme storms. Although being caught in extreme weather can be dangerous, being prepared can save your life. This nonfiction Spanish book introduces students to extreme weather, and teaches them important scientific concepts and vocabulary. 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 provides a real-world learning experience that ...