Best Selling Books by Laura Purdie Salas

A collection of original, fall-themed poetry for children accompanied by striking photos. The book demonstrates a variety of common poetic forms and defines poetic devices.

What kind of families do animal babies have? All different kinds! Charming text and sweet illustrations introduce a wolf pup cared for by the pack, a young orangutan snuggling with its mother high in a tree, a poison dart frog tadpole riding piggyback on its dad, and more. Featuring rhyming verse and informational text, this book lets you discover just how diverse the animal kingdom really is!

A collection of original, outer space-themed poetry for children accompanied by striking photos. The book demonstrates a variety of common poetic forms and defines poetic devices.

emotions.

How does that work? Why? These fun science books answer kids'' questions about the world around them--and encourage them to ask more.

There is more than one way for animals to prepare for winter. Some, such as mice, foxes, and moose, simply tolerate the cold. Of course black bears hibernate, but chipmunks, wood frogs, and garter snakes do too. And then there are the creatures that migrate, including hummingbirds, blue whales, and even earthworms! This rhyming nonfiction picture book by Laura Purdie Salas tells you all about how animals survive chilly weather.

Examines deserts, what lives there and how things grow.

Learn about the different coats workers wear.

you gasp as I roar, my mane exploding, sizzling— lion of the sky! Haiku meet riddles in this wonderful collection from Laura Purdie Salas. The poems celebrate the seasons and describe everything from an earthworm to a baseball to an apple to snow angels, alongside full-color illustrations.

Some people catch fish for money, while others go fishing for fun. Discover the different types of saltwater fish and how anglers reel them in.

How does that work? Why? These fun science books answer kids'' questions about the world around them--and encourage them to ask more.

Discusses behaviors of some different animals.

Describes the physical characteristics, subgroups, habitats, and behavior of amphibians.

Discover the true story of an orphaned mallard duckling being raised by a pair of loons. On a lake in northern Wisconsin in 2019, loon researchers were surprised to discover a mother and father loon caring for a mallard duckling. Normally loons and mallards live very different lives and do not get along. Follow along as the duckling grows and displays a mix of both loon behaviors and mallard behaviors. Intriguing verse and striking illustrations combine in this heartwarming tale of unexpected animal cooperation.

Introduces the characteristics and types of reptiles.

A collection of original, school-themed poetry for children accompanied by striking photos. The book demonstrates a variety of common poetic forms and defines poetic devices.

"A collection of original, pet-themed poetry for children accompanied by striking photos. The book demonstrates a variety of common poetic forms and defines poetic devices"--Provided by publisher.

What colors do animals use to give a warning? To hide themselves? To attract another animal? Explore the wide ranging use of color in the animal world. Vibrant photos pair with easy-reading text to support young readers. A back matter feature showcases the Crayola® colors that can be found in the animal imagery throughout the book.

Presents a series of poems which pay tribute to the limitless worlds available through books, as characters plead for sequels, strut fancy jackets, and have a raucous party in the aisles after a bookstore closes for the night.

Explore the life cycle of a thunderstorm in this informative and engaging picture book. Morning''s calm. Outside is still. A blue-forever day until . . . The real beginning of a thunderstorm happens long before the first raindrop falls. No rain yet. It''s just a threat- a rising cloud, a towering plume, then . . . Follow along as the weather changes, from a blue-sky day to a brewing storm, from a brewing storm to a dazzling downpour, and from a dazzling downpour to the breathtaking moment when the sky emits a- ZAP! CLAP! BOOM! Laura Purdie Salas''s dynamic text and Elly MacKay''s vibrant art offer the perfect introduction to the science of weather and the forces that work together to create a storm. The next time nature puts on a dramatic thunder and lightning show, readers will be ready to find a cozy spot near a window and watch the storm unfold. An author''s note delves deeper into the science of thunderstorms.

A collection of original, weather-themed poetry for children accompanied by striking photos. The book demonstrates a variety of common poetic forms and defines poetic devices.

This book describes the range of sizes found in small animals, such as bee hummingbirds, dwarf geckos, and Kitti''s hog-nosed bats, and large animals, such as whale sharks, saltwater crocodiles, and African elephants.

Offers guidance on writing stories, poems, drama, and nonfiction and includes profiles of famous writers, writing exercises, and tips from experts.

Dr. Charles Drew was in charge of finding a way to collect enough blood to save injured soldiers. He came up with bloodmobiles. Examines his life, career and his impact on history.

Coral Reefs is a Capstone Press publication.

"Simple text and photographs illustrate the colors of insects"--Provided by publisher.

Discusses the many ways that different animals hibernate.

"Simple text and photographs illustrate the colors of sports"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces different sports through photographs and brief text that uses one word relating to the subject for each letter of the alphabet.

"Simple text and photographs illustrate the colors of weather"--

"Introduces cheerleading through photographs and brief text that uses one word relating to cheerleading for each letter of the alphabet"--Provided by publisher.

Birthdays are full of streamers, balloons, and presents. Get ready to celebrate in C is for Cake!

Presents the life cycle of a mealworm.

Discusses events leading up to the removal of the Cherokee Native Americans from their homelands, hardships faced on the Trail of Tears, challenges of the new territory in Oklahoma, and the Cherokee nation today.

Discusses colonial America''s need for a route to the west, how the Wilderness Road developed, early explorers and settlements along its path, and the impact it had on western expansion.

"Simple text and photographs illustrate the colors of the ocean"--Provided by publisher.

Follows the life cycle of a sugar maple tree.

"Introduces scary things through photographs and brief text that uses one word relating to the subject for each letter of the alphabet"--Provided by publisher.

Pirates lived for treasure, danger, and adventure on the high seas. Explore the swash buckling world of pirates in A is for Arrr!

"Introduces zoo animals and themes through photographs and brief text that uses one word relating to the subject for each letter of the alphabet"--Provided by publisher.