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Bacteria have a slimy reputation. They're too small to see with the human eye, so it's easy to let them slip past unnoticed. But, bacteria are part of our daily lives. In fact, they affect everything from milk to our moods. Get ready to zoom in on the hidden world of bacteria and explore the many ways that bacteria are being used in the modern world. This nonfiction reader seamlessly integrates the teaching of math and reading, and uses real-world examples to teach multiplication of mixed numbers. Text features include images, a glossary, an index, captions, and a table of contents to build...

In the spring of 1895, Bud is excited for his Cadet Corps team to compete in the end-of-the-year drills competition at his school. His company is the favorite to win, but can they pull it off? This historical fiction book is based on a story by the African-American poet and playwright, Paul Laurence Dunbar. Especially appealing to reluctant readers, this 32-page historical fiction book features hi-lo text, full-color illustrations and a short chapter format.

Laurence cuenta su vida al lado de su madre (alcohólica y con intentos suicidas) y su medio hermano Jay. Han huido durante nueve meses de los Servicios Sociales ingleses, que consideran que tanto su hermano como él estarían mejor bajo la tutela del Estado. Les presento a Laurence, tiene quince años y mide más de 1.80. Muy pronto, deberá usar la ropa de su mamá y hacerse pasar por su difunto padre en la radio. Laurence Roach sólo quiere tener una vida normal, pero eso no es nada fácil pues su madre es una alcohólica depresiva que todas las noches bebe más de la cuenta. Para mantener ...

"Developed by literacy experts for students in grades three through seven, this book introduces young readers to the geography and culture of Nicaragua"--