Las sierras desconocidas de Guadalajara

★“Fascinating...An appealing resource sure to spark an interest in biomimicry, from casual readers to budding scientists. Recommended for all libraries.”—School Library Journal, starred review Did you know that lamps can be powered by glowing bacteria instead of electricity? That gloves designed like gecko feet let people climb straight up glass walls? Or that kids are finding ways to make compostable plastic out of banana peels? Biomimicry, the scientific term for when we learn from and copy nature, is a revolutionary way to look to nature for answers to environmental problems such...

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 biography provides firsthand accounts of history that give personal insights into historical events. This primary source book focuses on the lives of famous Californians including John Muir, Dorothea Lange, Sally Ride, and Cesar Chavez. Learn about California’s history while building reading comprehension and social studies literacy. With a visually appealing layout, this book features captivating text, fun facts, sidebars, and time ...

Una historia adorable para ayudar a los niños a reconocer y desarrollar sus talentos únicos y mantener su autoestima.Paco el Perezoso no es bueno en los deportes como algunos de los otros animales. Es demasiado lento. Pero Sloan sabe que está bien.En lugar de desanimarse, Paco se centra en lo que es bueno y se esfuerza para lograr su objetivo. ¡Únete a Paco el Perezoso para ver qué cosas asombrosas pueden pasar cuando te lo propones y crees en ti mismo!Para niños de 3 a 8 años, preescolar a segundo grado.Para todos los que no encajan? ¡Nacieron para brillar! Son únicos con talentos...

"It's easy for superpowered crimefighters to turn invisible and sneak up on bad guys. What about real crimefighters? Find out how scientists are using technology to make things disappear before our eyes. Now in Spanish!"--