Despegue/Liftoff!

- Early introduction to Spanish
- Perfect for ESL/ELL students
- Format includes large color photographs, easy-to-read font, and simple interior design.
- Photographs are directly related to the text.
- Includes index and a word list.
- Includes very basic science facts for early elementary readers.
Grades K-4 National Social Studies Standards
- Science and Technology: V
- Scientists and engineers often work in teams, with different people contributing in different ways
- Women and men of all ages, backgrounds, and groups engage in scientific and technological work
- People have always invented tools and techniques to solve problems
- History and Nature of Science: VII
- Many people devote their careers to science, and derive great pleasure from doing it