Números y formas

Spanish language edition. This extraordinary counting book is full of astonishing illustrations and amazing facts about the fascinating world of insects. Once again, Jerry Pallotta's perfect blend of information and humor has created a favorite for children and adults.

Un viaje fascinante al mundo desconocido y secreto del cuerpo humano, a través de páginas repletas de información sobre la función y estructura de los diversos órganos: el esqueleto y el sistema muscular, nervios y glándulas endocrinas, digestión y respiración, circulación sanguínea y linfática, piel y riñones, reproducción. Con más de 600 ilustraciones a color: dibujos, fotografías, tablas y esquemas, información médica, y un glosario e índice analítico.

Cynthia Ann Parkers family moved to Central Texas when she was about nine years old. A year later, a large force of Comanche warriors attacked Fort Parker and seized Cynthia Ann and four other captives. The other four were eventually released, but she lived among the Indians for 25 years, immersed in the Comanche way of life. Though given a number of opportunities to go back to her white family, she always chose her life with the Comanche, choosing instead to stay with her husband and children. She eventually returned to white society as an adult.

Veteran’s Day is a day set aside to thank the men and women who risk their lives protecting America. Each year on November 11, we celebrate what they have done for our country. Learn more about the history of this important holiday, such as why it is on November 11 and what Americans do to celebrate.