Mundo Insecto

This collection of sayings is entertaining and educational for a wide variety of readers. The author explores the origins and contemporary usage of these expressions.

El sueño americano se tambalea peligrosamente.Durante el turbulento verano del escándalo Lewinsky, Coleman Silk, decano de universidad, ve cómo su reputación y su carrera se arruinan por decir una expresión poco afortunada en un momento inoportuno. La fiebre de lo políticamente correcto -la nueva caza de brujas en EE UU- desata, a partir de una sola frase, consecuencias devastadoras. Pero la verdad acerca de Silk desarmaría las acusaciones más virulentas. Porque guarda un secreto vital, que no es la aventura amorosa que mantiene con una mujer a la que dobla la edad, ni sus supuestos...

Introduces the geography, history, religion, government, economy, and culture of one of the poorest countries in the western hemisphere.

The sun is responsible for all life on Earth, but what exactly is it? Our star is an amazing force that can be as dangerous as it is important. From solar flares to the threat of blowing up altogether, the sun is one of the most interesting things in our solar system. Readers take a trip to the sun to see how it works and exactly what it is made of. Theyll learn about the life cycle of a star and see just how long we have until we have to find a new planet to call home. Dont worry, theyll be happy to learn that (hopefully) we have millions of years left!

English Spanish bilingual children's book. Perfect for kids studying English or Spanish as their second language. In this insightful children's picture book, you will meet Amanda, a young girl who had a lot to learn about hard work and how to make her dreams a reality. Join Amanda to her wonderful journey, and learn with her how to find your goal and make it come true. You will watch her face challenges but never give up along her path to achieving her goal. "Amanda's Dream" is a motivational book for children and their parents. This is the first book in a collection of short motivational...