El poderoso océano (The Powerful Ocean)

In the last one hundred years, Earth’s average temperature has risen one full degree. That might not sound like much, but it affects Earth’s oceans, land, plants, and animals. Learn all about global warming, the carbon cycle, the greenhouse effect, and weather and climate with this Spanish science reader that brings the power of science and informational text to students at a level they can understand. This nonfiction book introduces students to new concepts, vocabulary terms, and STEM topics. With detailed images and fascinating sidebars, the leveled text supports students reading at...

Prólogo de Amanda Sampedro Obstáculos y prejuicios son una constante en la historia del fútbol femenino. A ellos han tenido que hacer frente las mujeres que han querido convertir el deporte rey en su profesión. En este volumen Mayca Jiménez recoge las historias de cuarenta pioneras que no se conformaron cuando les prohibieron jugar, que no se achicaron cuando les cuestionaron su valía, que no dudaron en perseguir su futuro con el balón a los pies. Desde Lily Parr, considerada la primera gran referente, hasta Megan Rapinoe, estrella que ha mostrado su compromiso contra el machismo, el...

Rain, sunshine, warm fronts, and cold fronts. Have you ever listened to a weather report? Knowing the weather can help us plan ahead. But reporters aren’t the only ones who can track weather. You can, too! This nonfiction Spanish book explores the subject of meteorology in depth, and introduces students to important scientific concepts and vocabulary like anemometer, barometer, air pressure, warm front, cold front, rain gauge, probability, Celsius, Fahrenheit, and more. The colorful images, diagrams, sidebars, and text features will keep students connected to the text. Aligned to state and...

This biography details one of the most captivating couples in the world: Prince William and Princess Catherine "Kate" Middleton, Duke and Duchess of Cambridge. Features include compelling descriptions of their early lives, including the dramatic events of William's childhood. Readers will learn about their courtship, marriage, and family life. A timeline of significant moments supports the narrative. An overarching theme is why they deserve to be called a "power couple," with an emphasis on the couple's public service and philanthropic efforts. The volume provides an authoritative, concise...

Victoria lleva en Nueva York la que parece una vida envidiable: da clase en la universidad, tiene un marido rico y guapo y un ático en el Upper East Side. Cuando recibe la noticia de la muerte de Jan, su mejor amigo, regresa a Madrid para asistir al funeral. Allí se encontrará con la sofisticada Chloe, antiguo amor de Jan; con su hija, la rebelde Solange; con Marga, su esposa; con su excéntrica suegra, Shirley... Un giro de los acontecimientos obligará a Victoria a permanecer en Madrid, donde tendrá que enfrentarse a la desconfianza de cuatro mujeres que nunca creyeron que su amistad...