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From the candiru to the lionfish, there are so many kinds of fish on Earth. While all have different methods of production, the basic life cycle is the same, from egg to spawning swimmers. Readers are introduced to this general cycle as well as the important vocabulary needed to talk about it, such as “fry” and “spawning.” Accessible language and simple diagrams throughout the book provide a way for struggling readers to tackle science curriculum content.

Los temas de sus Odas son variadísimos, en ellas se exalta la amistad, el amor, la vida rústica o la grandeza de Roma. Sus motivos son también muy diferentes, en unas es un convite o un ánfora de vino o un pasaje de la mitología; en otras, lo será una reflexión moral, un suceso de la vida corriente o un elogio del emperador. En los Épodos predominan con más frecuencia los temas de tipo satírico aunque encontramos también temas amorosos o báquicos. Sin embargo, en la poesía de la Antigüedad los géneros vienen determinados por la métrica y no por la temática, así las Odas...

In AD 79, the residents of the booming Roman city of Pompeii were shocked when a nearby mountain exploded, releasing superhot ash, rock, and gas on the surrounding areas. What happens next is the extraordinary account of a volcano in action. Though the people who didn't flee Pompeii were doomed, the volcano preserved their remains, allowing us to better understand a fascinating time in the Roman Empire. Astonishing photographs of Pompeii, primary source records of the occurrence, and riveting text are just some highlights of this high-interest volume.

The gold dollar coin bears the image of one of the most famous Native Americans in U.S. history; Sacagawea. Though much of her life remains a mystery, this book explores the story of this extraordinary woman who helped Lewis and Clark explore the American West. Age-appropriate language and content will help beginning readers understand this fascinating time in American history and introduce them to Sacagawea's captivating story. Exciting photographs help draw readers in, and a timeline of important events will reinforce what they've learned.