Thomas Edison

The Industrial Revolution was one of the most dramatic eras of all time, filled with fascinating people, strange events, and incredible stories. This period of great change comes into sharp focus through each spread with detailed, accessible language. Each fact is complemented with vivid, carefully-chosen historical images and illustrations, and a caption that adds just a touch more history. Readers are drawn deep into the facts not covered in history textbooks, like working conditions, inventions, failures, and characters, to make this important history lesson fun and engaging.

This beginner biography takes a look into the life of Walt Disney and his innovative contributions to film and animation. Complete with full-bleed relevant and historical photographs, timeline, glossary, and index.

Introduces readers to amphibians and the concept of classes of animals. Simple text describes the common features and behaviors of amphibians as well as offering many examples of creatures in this group.

"Harry Bosch se ha retirado del Departamento de Policía de Los Ángeles, pero su hermanastro, el abogado defensor Mickey Haller, necesita su ayuda. Una mujer ha sido brutalmente asesinada en su cama y todos los indicios apuntan al cliente de Haller, un antiguo pandillero convertido en padre de familia. Aunque la acusación de asesinato parece irrefutable, Haller está convencido de que es una trampa. Bosch no quiere saber nada de cruzar al otro lado y trabajar para la defensa. Siente que eso destruiría todo el bien que ha hecho en sus treinta años de policía de homicidios. Sin embargo,...

In this book, students will learn about the planets and what makes each one unique. They will learn how variables and expressions are used to form mathematical equations-and have the opportunity to create their own equations as they journey through space. Used in the classroom or at home, this Spanish text includes a glossary, an index, dynamic images, and easy-to-read text to help students build their math, reading, and STEM skills while they are engaged in reading high-interest content.