New Releases by Laura Purdie Salas

"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.

Follows the life cycle of a sugar maple tree.

Coral Reefs is a Capstone Press publication.

Follows the life cycle of the Shasta daisy.

Bossy scarecrows, three-headed zebras, and mysterious school lunches, it''s all in the world of poetry. Striking photos pair with well-crafted wordplay in these themed introductions to rhyme and rhythm. Poems in various forms celebrate everything from sitting in class to sailing through space.

Presents the life cycle of a mealworm.

No topic is off-limits in poetry. Whether you want to write poems that make people laugh out loud, gasp in surprise, or see things in a new way, this book is for you. Conquer the blank page and express your thoughts, feelings, and observations in the magical world of poetry.

In winter, frozen lakes become a paradise for fishing enthusiasts. Discover how these hardy ice fishers bundle up, make a hole in the ice, and drop in a line.

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

In winter, frozen lakes become a paradise for fishing enthusiasts. Discover how these hardy ice fishers bundle up, make a hole in the ice, and drop in a line.

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

Examines what lives in the ocean and gives answers to many different questions children may have.

Describes rain forests and the animals and plants found there.

In winter, frozen lakes become a paradise for fishing enthusiasts. Discover how these hardy ice fishers bundle up, make a hole in the ice, and drop in a line.

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.

This series provides a different look at community workers through lively text and vibrant illustrations. Young children can explore the captivating world of life in their communities with predictable text and fun facts--a perfect choice for read-alouds.

Be creative with drawing, painting, stamps, or doodles on pages with your favorite photographs.

Examines wetlands and what makes them one of Earth''s treasures.

What is the difference between a savanna and a prairie? How do grazers avoid hungry grassland predators? Trek across the landscape of this book and find out what makes grasslands one of Earth''s treasures.

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

Examines deserts, what lives there and how things grow.

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

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

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.

Discusses the migration habits of different animals.

Discusses how different animals eat.