Inventoras Y Sus Inventos

This upper-level text, perfect for art and culture courses, introduces students to the customs and history of Spain. This volume features a wide variety of readings, cultural activities, and 600 questions about the history, literature, art, and traditions of Spain, as well as a CD-ROM of interactive activities.

The Suicide Shop, set in a futuristic world, is about the Tuvache family who sells the means for people to kill themselves (ropes tied for hanging, poison in bottles, and more). Mishima, Lucrece, and their children Vincent, Marilyn, and Alan are in the business to help others, though they cannot personally use any of their products. When asked why not, their mother replies that Ive told you a hundred times: because its impossible. Whod look after the shop? However, the parents have tried out one item and greatly regret this decision for most of the book. You see, they tested a condom with a...

Gorillas, wolves, chickens, and kangaroos. It might not seem obvious at first, but these species all have something in common: their individual members must all find their places within their groups. These power struggles can be dangerous! Read about the fierce world of animal alphas and how they make it to the top. This Spanish nonfiction book will keep students engaged in reading as they build their literacy, vocabulary, and comprehension skills. Important text features include a glossary, index, and table of contents. The Reader's Guide and culminating activity require students to connect...

Descubre todos los secretos de los jeroglíficos. ¡Te sentirás como en el antiguo Egipto! La escritura jeroglífica egipcia es uno de los sistemas de escritura más bellos, fascinantes y expresivos que se han inventado nunca. En el Antiguo Egipto sólo un selecto y reducido número de personas sabía leer y escribir jeroglíficos, pero ahora tú también puedes reconocer y escribir una selección de nombres, títulos, descripciones, refranes, saludos ¡e incluso insultos! La escritura jeroglífica es muy diferente a la escritura que nosotros conocemos, los signos expresan emociones,...