Laura Murray

Discover why poop is an important resource in this photo-filled nonfiction book for budding young scientists. Ever ask yourself, "Do we really need poop?" Well, the answer is…YES! In this Pebble Explore book, discover how this not-so-lovely part of nature is essential to our world. In fact, we need poop to help crops grow and replenish soil. Certain animals even eat poop for nutrients! With eye-catching photos, quick facts, and beyond-the-book...

Written by Founding Father Thomas Jefferson addressed to King George III of England, the Declaration of Independence was a key document in shaping the course of American history and severing the colonies' ties to England. Young readers will learn about the events that led to the writing and creation of the Declaration of Independence, the effect it had on the colonists' lives, and why it is one of America's most significant symbols of liberty. Leveled,...

Discover why soil is an important resource in this photo-filled nonfiction book for budding young scientists. What's so great about soil? A lot, actually! In this Pebble Explore book, discover how this often overlooked-or even annoying-part of nature is essential to our world. We need soil to grow crops and construct buildings and roads. Soil is even important to the air we breathe! With eye-popping photographs, quick facts, and beyond-the-book back...

How much do you know about Susan La Flesche Picotte? Find out the facts you need to know about the first American Indian to become a doctor. You'll learn about the early life, challenges, and major accomplishments of this important American.

Discover why TREES are important to our world in this photo-filled nonfiction book for budding young scientists. Trees are great for shade in the summer. And we use them build our homes. But what else do trees do? A lot! They help keep the air clean. They provide shelter for animals. And they can even help prevent landslides. With eye-catching photos, quick facts, and beyond-the-book back matter, Why Do We Need Trees? will have young researchers...

Awesome places can be found all over our world. But which ones are the deepest, tallest, or hottest? Through easy-to-read text, amazing photos, and a fun activity, beginning readers will learn all about the most extreme places on our planet.

"Early readers will learn how librarians provide information and resources. This title highlights what librarians do, where they work, and how they help the community."--

"Hello, firefighters! Young learners are introduced to this community helper in a beginning reader that's perfect for curious kids. Early readers will learn how firefighters help in an emergency. Full color images and carefully leveled text highlight what firefighters do, where they work, and how they help the community by preventing and putting out fires. Part of the Seedlings series from Creative Education, this North American Spanish translation...

"Early readers will learn how some police officers use dogs to help them. This title highlights what police officers do, where they work, and how they help the community."--

Young learners are introduced to this community helper in a beginning reader that's perfect for curious kids. Early readers will learn how different doctors help people stay healthy. Full color images and carefully leveled text highlight what doctors do, where they work, and how they help the community by taking care of people.