El salteador de caminos

Bobby es un chico de 14 años extremadamente conflictivo. Vive en la ciudad de Dublín, donde sus aficiones comprenden robar a los transeúntes de las abarrotadas calles comerciales de la ciudad, hacerse con coches ajenos que después conducirá a toda velocid

Many animals and insects build their homes in trees or visit trees to feed from their fruit, flowers, and leaves. Trees are not unlike great buildings, where creatures protect themselves—amongst their branches or in the nooks of their trunks—against predators or harsh weather. Trees are also of great use to human beings, as they provide us with food, shelter and medicines. The outstanding photographs in this book show how some animals relate to different tree species, while also revealing curious details of specific trees.

It was September 14, 1814, and America and Great Britain were at war. Frances Scott Key watched from the deck of a British ship, where he was being held captive, as cannons exploded around them. After 25 hours, the fighting ceased and Key peered through the clearing smoke, looking for some sign as to the outcome of the battle. Was the American flag still flying? His wartime experience inspired Key to write a poem, which was later set to music and became America’s national anthem. This book tells the story of the inspiration behind our national anthem, which helped transform the flag into a...

Fun and easy do-together activities strengthen parent-child bonds. Colorful pictures captivate young imaginations and make Bible stories come alive.

Excite your fifth grade students with this captivating nonfiction title, which explores the many technological advancements made throughout history. The interesting and intriguing facts found within the informational text, along with vivid images, diagrams, and charts, inspire curiosity in readers as they learn about miraculous inventions like the hologram, 3D printing, virtual reality technology, personalized medicine, and bionic body parts. This Spanish-translated nonfiction title will engage and encourage readers to imagine the next big technological innovation that could change the world. ...