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¿Cómo era ser agricultor en el pasado? Los lectores pueden encontrar en este libro en español que compara los equipos agrícolas y agrícolas de hoy con la agricultura del pasado. Los lectores jóvenes aprenderán sobre la historia de la agricultura con este libro que incluye detalles sobre herramientas agrícolas, sistemas de riego, pesticidas y agricultura orgánica. La tabla de contenido, el glosario y el índice brindan a los lectores las herramientas...

Grab your cowboy hat and saddle up! Early elementary readers learn about all the responsibilities it takes to be a cowhand and ranch hand as they move through this captivating nonfiction title. Featuring plenty of vibrant photographs in conjunction with informational facts about cattle, cowboys, and rodeos, this book will have readers engaged and eager to learn more!

In a future shaken by climate disasters, Yolanda Ciceron knows that nature is something to be feared. While life in the Valley is brutal and harsh, Yoly dreams of leaving her farm to live in Silo--the most advanced town for miles around. But first, Yoly will need to prove she belongs in a place where only the smartest and most useful are welcomed. Between her razor-sharp smarts and sheer determination, Yoly is well on her way until she discovers her...

The American Quarter Horse is a fast horse with a friendly personality. Its speed is a sight to see! Jump in and learn about the most popular horse breed in the United States. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.

This title introduces little readers to the daily life of a farmer. Complete with a More Facts section and bolded glossary terms. Readers will gather basic information about farm life through easy-to-read, simple text alongside beautiful full-bleed photographs. Translated by native Spanish speakers. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids is a division of ABDO.

Modern farms cover vast areas of land, so when it comes time to apply fertilizer or a protective insecticide, spraying equipment is incredibly useful. In this simple, colorful text, young readers are introduced to all kinds of sprayers. They find out about the huge piece of equipment that moves on its own, pull-behind models, and the smaller piece that is pulled by an all-terrain vehicle. Spirited text and simple, fun language will keep readers turning...

This story is about the rewards of hard work and the consequences of arrogance and laziness. Boris and Hoss Go to the Farm is about two tractors that Farmer Jason and his wife, Amy, buy to help them with the work on their farm. Boris is lazy and won't work. Hoss is excited to work. Hoss works every day with Farmer Jason while Boris makes up every excuse of why he can't work and must remain in the barn. This goes on for several days. Boris doesn't...

A Dairy Farm ABC Book offers a new and interesting way for young children to discover the world of agriculturespecifically, the dairy farmwhile learning the letters of the alphabet. Each letter is illustrated not only with a photograph but also with a unique description that introduces the dairy farm to children with fun and interesting facts. The book describes various people, places, and things you might find on the dairy farm. Special pictures...

This beautifully told story follows Billy from early spring to late summer as he helps his grandpa on his vegetable patch. They dig the hard ground, sow rows of seeds, and keep them watered and safe from slugs. When harvest time arrives they can pick all the vegetables and fruit they have grown. Children will be drawn in by the poetry of the language and the warm illustrations, while also catching the excitement of watching things grow!

Told through the voices of the children, this inside view of life on their farm is authentic and sometimes surprising. Readers will learn about baling hay, tending cattle, work dogs, hunting, manure, and other activities on the Bennett farm, as well as some insights into the culture of living in a rural area.