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When James accidentally drops some magic crystals by the old peach tree, strange things start to happen. The peach begins to grow, and before long, it's as big as a house.

Simple text and illustrations teach readers common food and beverage words in both English and Spanish. Author/Illustrator biography Glossary of key words Learning Spanish is lots of fun with our endearing WordBooks/Libros de Palabras series! Lighthearted illustrations guide readers through words they use and encounter every day. Simple scenes and familiar situations give visual cues to ease comprehension. These books are perfect for students learning...

Describes the planet Venus's position in the solar system, size, craters, and clouds and what it looks like from Earth.

After a devastating earthquake hits, a little girl and her neighbors help each other rebuild their city. Includes author's note.

Rescued from the outrageous neglect of his aunt and uncle, a young boy with a great destiny proves his worth while attending Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. "Con las manos temblorosas, Harry le dio la vuelta al sobre y vio un sello de lacre púrpura con un escudo de armas: un león, un águila, un tejón y una serpiente, que rodeaban una gran letra hache." Harry Potter jamás ha oído hablar de Hogwarts hasta que las cartas comienzan...

"Because of our shared English language, as well as the celebrated origin tales of the Mayflower and the rebellion of the British colonies, the United States has prized its Anglo heritage above all others. However, as Carrie Gibson explains with great depth and clarity in El Norte, the nation has much older Spanish roots--ones that have long been unacknowledged or marginalized. The Hispanic past of the United States predates the arrival of the Pilgrims...

In order to ensure her popularity, Camilia Cream always does what is expected, until the day arrives when she no longer recognizes herself.

The most important and most commonly used Spanish verbs are presented alphabetically in chart form, one verb per page, and conjugated in all persons and tenses, both active and passive. This thorough guide to the use of verbs features many additional references and tips, including a bilingual list of more than 1,250 additional Spanish verbs, helpful expressions and idioms for travelers, and verb drills and tests with answers explained at the back...

-- Learn Spanish in a Hurry Ideal for those who speak limited or no Spanish whatsoever, Learn Spanish in a Hurry makes mastering Spanish basics a snap!