Most Popular Books by Laurence Pringle

Describes the sense of touch, how it works, and why it is important, discussing such related phenomena as goose bumps and phantom limbs, and examining this sense in a variety of animals.

Relates myths about dragons from different countries and from different time periods, including dragon lore from Egypt, Greece, England, and China.

Describes the parts of the mouth and how they function and discusses why things taste different to different people, the relationship between smell and taste, the sense of taste in animals, and more.

Examines a variety of blunders and mistakes throughout history, some funny and some tragic, and causes for these errors.

Describes the parts of the eye and how they work and discusses such topics as colorblindness, visual perception, eye care, and more.

This gorgeous and lyrical picture book follows a year in the life of a red fox named Vixen. Kids will learn about a common backyard neighbor as they read how Vixen finds food, hunts, escapes threats, finds a mate, and raises her kits—all the way to the day that she and her mate watch their kits head off to lead their own secret lives. Stunning, realistic illustrations celebrate the beauty of these mysterious creatures as readers learn important facts through an engaging and fascinating story. The book also includes back matter with more in-depth information, a glossary, and further resources.

Kids often spot woolly bear caterpillars creeping across the ground in fall, but these furry-looking creatures seem to disappear as quicklyas they pop up. Where do they come from in autumn, and where do theygo? In fact, they live throughout North America all year long. In vividstorytelling style, Laurence Pringle uncovers the secret life of the woollybear caterpillar, following one caterpillar as she feasts, tiny and hidden, inthe tall summer grass; molts and grows; then sets off on the fall journeywhere she''s most likely to be seen. Packed with surprising details (did you know that woolly bears can survive freezing temperatures by producinga natural antifreeze?), this book will appeal to every child who''s been luck yenough to spy one of these beloved caterpillars—and to anyone who''d like to.

Learn all about the elephant in this nonfiction picture book that explores every aspect of these giant mammals. This latest title in the Strange and Wonderful series allows young readers to journey into the lives of elephants in various habitats throughout the world. Kids will learn how elephants use their trunk, how they communicate, what they eat, and about their family groupings. The book also shows how we can ensure that elephants continue to live and thrive. Combining careful research and beautiful illustrations, this book is perfect for those who have an interest in animals and conservation.

"A celebration of family roughhousing and imaginative play. . . . The illustrations, depicting a burly African-American father and his joyous son and daughter, add to the lively feeling of the text. A good choice for Father''s Day story times".--School Library Journal. Full-color illustrations. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

A simple discussion of death as it applies to the plant and animal kingdom.

Explores the social, political, and economic aspects of a vital resource--water.

With its lively text and exuberant illustrations, "Bear Hug" celebrates a special outing shared by children and their father. Full color.

Discusses human life before birth and, hence, the reason for the bellybutton.

A brief introduction to one of the world''s most durable insect species that has survived over 300 million years and thrives almost anywhere in the world.

Describes a variety of scary animals, including the alligator, black widow spider, and mountain lion.