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.

What did people use to buy things before money was invented? Where is money made? Find out in this inviting book that informs readers about coins, paper money, the Federal Reserve, exchange rates, and checking accounts. Featuring a timeline of moneys history, detailed photos, stimulating facts, clear, informational text, and a glossary that will assist in improving vocabulary, this Spanish-translated nonfiction title will keep readers engaged from cover to cover.

Over the years, people have looked for ways to improve our imperfect sight. This has led us to the world of optics, which is the study of light and how it travels. What are some of these innovations that have changed how we see the world, and how do they work? Find the answers to these questions with this Smithsonian Informational Text! Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Institution, this text builds students' reading skills while engaging their curiosity about STEAM topics through real-world examples. It features a hands-on STEAM challenge that guides students through every step...

Una colección de cuentos ilustrados originales y creados para crecer, inspirar y hacer volar la imaginación. #CuentosParaCrecerPorDentro Lo que aprendí de los cuentos es que siempre, siempre, el protagonista encuentra la manera. Lo que aprendí de la vida es que siempre, siempre, podemos crear nuestro final feliz. Cuentos para crecer por dentro es un emocionante viaje de transformación personal a través de los sentimientos, valores y aprendizajes que repararán tus alas y acariciarán tu corazón para siempre. De las creadoras del proyecto Reparando Alas Rotas. Prólogo de Pablo Arribas. ...

Nos encontramos en una época crucial para la criminología, en donde su afamado estancamiento podrá quedarse en el pasado para iniciar con una revolución no vista hasta ahora en toda América Latina, donde las viejas costumbres quedarán atrás para ser reemplazadas por nuevos métodos, técnicas, conocimientos que traerán consigo la tesis de las criminologías específicas. Este texto presenta un breve acercamiento a la importancia de éstas como campos de investigación científica aplicada, de donde se obtendrán las herramientas adecuadas para el desarrollo de la ciencia.