Most Popular Books by Patricia J. Murphy

Author Patricia Murphy introduces beginning readers to nature photographer Norbert Wu. Take a breath-taking look at his underwater world, from the blue waters of the Bahamas to Australia''s Great Barrier Reef. How does he take photos under water? How can he swim under the ice in Antarctica? Readers will learn about his fascinating career and understand how Norbert''s images help show how the ocean needs better care.

Profiles the man responsible for inventing the traffic light and gas mask, both very important elements for safety.

How do scientists learn about insects? They ask questions! What are the parts of an insect? Why do we need insects? How many insects are in the world? Join insect scientist May Berenbaum as she helps you answer these questions. Soon, you will be asking questions of your own! Book jacket.

Take a visit to an apple orchard and see how apples go from trees to you!

- Early introduction to Spanish- Perfect for ESL students- Encourages independent reading- Fiction- Engaging stories- Word list

"Discusses astronauts and space exploration"--Provided by publisher.

Describes types of medicine, such as prescription and over the counter, and their proper use. Also provides an introduction to the dangers of tobacco and alcohol, and the illegal use of drugs. This book helps kids distinguish between the use and abuse of drugs and introduces the effects of alcohol and tobacco. The book also offers examples of how to avoid harmful drugs.

Describes simple steps which children can take to maintain happiness.

Touch, read, and discover all about the incredible T.rex with your toddler and Smithsonian Kids Featuring special embossing to highlight fun facts about these "kings of the dinosaurs," this book engages both verbal and tactile learning skills. Embossed textures and bright, detailed photographs and renderings from Smithsonian are sure to engage, entertain, and educate your curious toddler. Embossed pictures allow your toddler to touch and feel as they learn. Learn surprising facts about these amazing prehistoric creatures. Facts and images from Smithsonian Kids are sure to educate and entertain. Our First Discovery books engage your toddler''s verbal and tactile learning skills with fun facts for you to read paired with textured embossing over the images. Practice preschool and kindergarten skills with Smithsonian

Simple text and photographs describe and illustrate push and pull movement.

Discusses what botanists do.

Discusses astronauts and space exploration.

Baby creatures and their mothers discover the world around them.