La Misión de Santa Cruz (Discovering Mission Santa Cruz)

"Explains many different ways that children can show manners on the school bus--in both English and Spanish"--Provided by publisher.

Fray Toribio de Benavente, conocido como Motolinía (1490-1569), fue uno de los primeros 12 frailes franciscanos en llegar a la recién conquistada Nueva España. Su amoroso interés por la cultura, las lenguas, los hábitos, costumbres y creencias de los habitantes de estas tierras quedó reflejado en estas páginas.

Kids often play with magnets, yet they don't learn how these playthings work for many years. Practical knowledge from their play can help them learn more about magnetism, and so can this book. Specially written for those with reading challenges or readers looking for a review, the main text covers important vocabulary, magnetic fields, and a discussion of why metals and magnets come together. Diagrams and succinct fact boxes offer additional ways to learn each concept and explain some ideas in greater detail.

How do you truly engage students in learning history? When students make personal connections to the subject, they’re much more motivated to learn. This Spanish book provides firsthand accounts of history that give personal insights into historical events. Introduce students to California’s early settlers including John Bidwell, Jim Beckwourth, Jedediah Smith, Sarah Royce, Charley Parkhurst, Kit Carson, the Donner party, and more. With a visually appealing layout, this book features captivating text, fun facts, sidebars, and time lines that help students grasp the essential concepts they...