¡Supervivencia! Desierto (Survival! Desert) (Spanish Version)

Most of the Earth's changes happen over millions of years, but earthquakes can force significant changes to the land in just a few moments. Readers will learn the science of plate tectonics and its role in the development of earthquakes around the globe. They will also learn that not all rocks are created equal. In fact, rocks are all different ages! This Spanish-translated book concludes with images of the damage and destruction that earthquakes can cause.

Death Valley is one of the hottest and driest deserts of the world! Readers are taken on an adventure through Death Valley to learn about the plants and animals that survive in this dry, hot desert landscape in this engaging, Spanish-translated nonfiction title. Featuring vivid photographs, informational text, and riveting facts about desert ecology, readers will be fascinated from beginning to end!

There are millions of animals that call the ocean home. Some of these animals are in danger. Readers will learn about marine animals that are at risk of becoming endangered and what people and activists like Jacques Cousteau have done to help. Readers will also learn about the causes of endangered animals, including pollution and overfishing and learn steps they can do to help the conservation and preservation of these beautiful animals and sea life. Through vibrant images, informational text, stunning facts, a glossary of terms, and a list of additional resources, readers are sure to be...

Resumen: 1936. Sobre el telón de fondo de una guerra fraticida, en un pueblecito rodeado de montañas, el maestro es invitado a compartir mesa en una de las casas del lugar. Pero el terrible asesinato de una niña congela esta escena y desata la brutalidad que subyace en esta remota aldea cuando una partida de hombres sale a la caza del asesino. Dos inocentes huyen perseguidos por la ira ciega de los hombres al tiempo que una terrible sospecha va tomando forma. Un maestro rural atormentado por el pasado, un cura cruel y un pueblo entumecido por el miedo protagonizan "La noche feroz", un...

Learn about the different places that people call home--from apartments to cottages and castles to farmhouses. With bright, vivid photos and easy-to-read informational text, this Spanish-translated nonfiction title introduces readers to different cultures' definitions of "home."

Twirling tornadoes, horrific hurricanes, deadly dust storms, and blowing blizzards. Depending where you live, you may have experienced one of these extreme storms. Although being caught in extreme weather can be dangerous, being prepared can save your life. This nonfiction Spanish book introduces students to extreme weather, and teaches them important scientific concepts and vocabulary. The colorful images, diagrams, sidebars, and text features will keep students connected to the text. Aligned to state and national standards, the fun lab activity provides a real-world learning experience that ...

Dos de los alumnos que están en este volumen no han tenido que cavilar mucho a la hora de elegir cuál de sus textos publicar. Lola Blasco Mena y Antonio Sansano Escudero han obtenido sendos premios con sus trabajos para el Taller de Dramaturgia. La primera ha ganado el Premio Buero Vallejo con Pieza paisaje en un prólogo y un acto, y el segundo el Premio Ricardo López Aranda con 14.000 palabras. Puesto que ambos galardones llevan aparejada la publicación, ha sido muy razonable que se optase por traer a este volumen las obras del Taller Fin de Carrera. Esta ha sido también la decisión...