Identidad y ciudadanía

Describes what early planes and air travel were like, how planes were developed to travel faster, and presents some pioneers of aviation.

Learning about a career as a molecular biologist is the perfect introduction to the practical applications of STEM. This career-focused book aims a microscope at molecular biology, helping readers understand DNA, genes, and the systems within a cell. Readers will also learn about advances in the field and how to work towards a job as a molecular biologist. Accessible text is paired with vivid visuals to keep readers’ interest as they learn more about this STEM topic. A graphic organizer and fun fact boxes present additional information to ensure a dynamic learning experience.

"Cuando Daniel Hernández tenía veinte años, trabajaba como pasante con la congresista Gabrielle Giffords. El 8 de enero de 2011, alguien disparó contra Giffords. La agilidad mental de Daniel le salvó la vida a Giffords hasta que llegaron los paramédicos y la llevaron al hospital. Muchos han reconocido la valentía y heroísmo de Hernández, incluyendo al presidente Barack Obama. Sin embargo, aunque tal vez ese haya sido su momento más visible y de mayor fama, Daniel Hernández es un extraordinario individuo que ha tenido ya muchos logros en su corta vida y se propone conquistar muchos...

Cynthia Ann Parkers family moved to Central Texas when she was about nine years old. A year later, a large force of Comanche warriors attacked Fort Parker and seized Cynthia Ann and four other captives. The other four were eventually released, but she lived among the Indians for 25 years, immersed in the Comanche way of life. Though given a number of opportunities to go back to her white family, she always chose her life with the Comanche, choosing instead to stay with her husband and children. She eventually returned to white society as an adult.