Matemáticas en Marte (Math on Mars)

The asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter is an intriguing area of our solar system. Scientists have counted over 670,000 known asteroids there, but there could be millions more not yet found. Readers will discover much more about the asteroid belt in this highinterest book, which blends science and math. They'll read about several topics, such as space missions to the asteroid belt and the difference between an asteroid and a planet, and solve associated math problems-just like actual space scientists do!

In the third book in Andrea Camilleri's Montalbano series, the urbane and perceptive detective exposes a nest of corruption and international intrigue in a compelling new case. When an elderly man is stabbed to death in an elevator and a crewman on an Italian fishing boat is shot by a Tunisian patrol boat, only Montalbano suspects the link between the two incidents.

John Paul Jones is remembered as the first hero of the young American navy who raided the British coast during the American Revolution, capturing or sinking more than forty enemy ships. As Commander of the Bonhomme Richard, his ship was heavily damaged and sinking. His surrender was sought by the British commander of the attacking ship. Joness famous reply was "I have not yet begun to fight." He would board and capture that enemy ship, even as his Bonhomme Richard was sinking.

¿Sabías que los insectos palo se llaman ninfas cuando son jóvenes? Las ninfas cambian la piel cuando crecen. Aprende más datos fascinantes en Los insectos palo, uno de los libros de Insectos Fascinantes. Did you know that stick insects are called nymphs when they are young? Nymphs shed their skin as they grow. Learn more fascinating facts in Stick Insects, a Fascinating Insects book.

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. This primary source book explores California’s unique geography: the coastal region, the Central Valley, the mountain region, and the desert region. With a visually appealing layout, this book features captivating text, fun facts, sidebars, and time lines that help students grasp the essential concepts they need to know at their grade...