LAURENCE PRINGLEAuthor
LAURENCE PRINGLE
Author
Laurence Pringle's roots can be traced to an isolated farm in western New York. Some details are revealed in his 84th book, One Room School, a memoir of the school he first attended, and in Nature! Wild and Wonderful, a Meet the Author book. He studied wildlife biology at Cornell University and the University of Massachusetts, then was a teacher and a magazine editor before becoming a full time freelance writer.
He has written about such high-interest subjects as dinosaurs, bats, penguins, and the Lewis and Clark Expedition, as well as global warming and other environmental issues that concern young people. Pringle's books invite children to explore and appreciate the natural world. Many of his titles appeal to the older elementary and junior high grades. His books for grades K-2, both fiction and nonfiction, enable him to give school programs for young children as well. Educators call his programs "warm. funny, and wise."
Laurence Pringle, whom the Chicago Tribune calls "one of America's top nonfiction writers for young readers," concentrates mainly on biological and environmental subjects. He is the highly acclaimed author of over one hundred books for young people, among them Sharks! Strange and Wonderful and Strange Animals, New to Science. Laurence Pringle is the recipient of major awards for his body of writing--the Eva L. Gordon Award for Children's Science Literature, the Washington Post/Children's Book Guild Nonfiction Award, and, in 2005, a Lifetime Achievement Prize from The American Association for the Advancement of Science. He lives in West Nyack, New York.
Penguins Strange and Wonderful by Laurence Pringle, Meryl Henderson Reading level: Ages 4-8 Hardcover: 32 pages Publisher: Boyds Mills Press (March 2007)
ISBN: 1590780906 
In 1520, while sailing near the coast of South America, Portuguese explorers saw strange black-and-white birds that could dive, swim, and leap out of the water. One thing they couldn't do, however, was fly. Today we know these flightless birds as penguins. There are seventeen species of penguins. They come in all sizes, from the little blue penguin that stands about sixteen inches high to the emperor penguin that stands almost four feet tall. Some penguins are named for how they look, such as the black-footed penguin, while others are named for where they live, such as the Galapagos penguin. In this fascinating and informative book, Laurence Pringle and Meryl Henderson introduce young readers to the life and behavior of one of nature's most remarkable birds."
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American Slave, American Hero: York of the Lewis And Clark Expedition by Laurence Pringle, Cornelius Van Wright (Illustrator), Ying-Hwa Hu (Illustrator) Reading level: Ages 9-12 Hardcover: 40 pages Publisher: Calkins Creek Books (October 2006) 
ISBN: 1590782828
The little-known life of York, the Africa American slave owed by William Clark, and his contributions to the success of the Lewis and Clark expedition are examined in this carefully crafted book. Award-winning author Laurence Pringle gives an accurate account of York's life--before, during, and after the expedition. Using quotations from the expedition's journals, he tells how York's skills, strength, and intelligence helped in the day-to-day challenges of the journey. Artists Cornelius Van Wright and Ying-Hwa Hu consulted with a Lewis and Clark expert to create thoroughly researched and stunning watercolor paintings of York's life.
Editorial Reviews
School Library Journal “Pringle pieces together much of York's story using journals from Lewis and Clark's Corps of Discovery expedition and other sources. These records attest to York's helpfulness and strength, as well as to the fascination that many Native American groups had for the man, describing him as big medicine. In an introduction, the author explains that he uses the word probably since slaves seldom left the kinds of primary sources that researchers need. He explains that, according to the customs of the time, slave births were not recorded and that York wouldn't have had a choice about joining the expedition. However, he also points out that both York and Sacagawea were allowed to vote on the placement of the group's winter fort, a right granted ahead of its time. Pringle doesn't gloss over Clark's poor treatment of his servant after the journey, placing it in the context of the times while maintaining
the strong story line. Large, expressive watercolor illustrations portray York as a vibrant young man and reflect the remarkable landscapes and grueling work of exploration. Pringle tells the story well, describing York's contributions to this specific expedition while
setting a much broader context.“ Pat Leach, Lincoln City Libraries, NE
From Booklist With a detailed text and handsome watercolor paintings, this illustrated biography celebrates the heroic role of Clark's personal slave on the famous expedition out west in 1804, with the horror of slavery in the background. Pringle is meticulous about what is documented and what is "probably" true: "No one knows exactly when he was born or his mother's name," he notes. Nor is there a record of the slave York married. Words and stirring pictures focus on the role of the powerful black man on the thrilling journey, including his association with several of the Indian peoples; he was hailed as a national hero. Perhaps 10 years later, Clark gave York his freedom. The personal oppression is a quiet part of this daring frontier adventure, which is also a slice of history. Pair this with Rhoda Blumberg's York's Adventures with Lewis and Clark (2004). Hazel Rochman Copyright American Library Association. All rights reserved
Snakes!: Strange and Wonderful (Strange and Wonderful) by Laurence Pringle, Meryl Henderson (Illustrator), Reading level: Ages 4-8 Hardcover: 31 pages Publisher: Boyds Mills Press (September 1, 2004) 
ISBN: 1590780035
Editorial Reviews
From Booklist *Starred Review*
From the opening series of questions ("Can you climb a tree without using arms or legs? Snakes can.") to the final page on "Snakes and People" throughout history, this fascinating book offers an excellent introduction to the subject. Well researched and vividly written, the text surveys the wide variety of snakes in the world and explains the unusual behaviors that characterize various types. Even children who think they know all about snakes will probably learn something new here: constrictors cause death by pressure on their victims' hearts; venomous snakes can bite without releasing their poisons. Sometimes showing dramatic scenes, sometimes presenting seldom-seen details, Henderson's excellent watercolor paintings mirror the text to illustrate both physical characteristics and behavior. With this handsome addition to the series that began with Dinosaurs! Strange and Wonderful (1995), even readers fearful of snakes may find the subject a little less strange, a little more wonderful. Carolyn Phelan Copyright American Library Association. All rights reserved
Whales!: Strange and Wonderful by Laurence Pringle, Meryl Henderson (Illustrator) Reading level: Ages 4-8 Edition: Hardcover 32 pages ; Publisher: Boyds Mills Pr; 1st edition (April 2003) 
ISBN: 1563974398
Editorial Reviews
Kirkus Reviews From a take-notice beginning ("If you were a great whale, you could open your mouth wide enough to hold an elephant.") to a thoughtful treatment of whale conservation at the end, Pringle (Crows, 2002, etc.) does a bang-up job on his 100th outing. Here he covers all aspects of the giants, from physiology to diet to migration, and all types, from narwhals with their spiral tusks (really a left tooth) to blue whales that grow to be 100 feet long (and eat four tons of food a day). Pringle's smooth prose explains not only the what, but the why of whales-they can grow so big, for example, because the water they live in supports their weight. Henderson's annotated watercolors dramatize and enliven the text, as well as provide a useful sense of scale. A rare nonfiction picture book that works beautifully as a read-aloud, as a whole, it's as wonderful as the whales. (Nonfiction. 4-10)
From School Library Journal This companion volume to Bats! (2000) and Sharks! (2001, both Boyds Mills) combines a lucid, informative text with strong, realistic illustrations. The popularity of the topic will ensure readers' interest (as will the eye-catching artwork), while the carefully composed narrative will introduce the complexities of a variety of whales. Physical characteristics, communication, feeding methods, range, size, and some behaviors are given space, as are a brief history of whaling and a plea for whale conservation. Addresses for further research are included. Marred by a couple of labeling errors, this book is still ideal for those who want more than what is offered in Gail Gibbons's sea-colored Whales (Holiday, 1991), but are not quite ready for Seymour Simon's handsome Whales (HarperTrophy, 1992) or the demanding richness of Helen Roney Sattler's Whales, the Nomads of the Sea (Lothrop, 1987; o.p.). Whales! is attractive, inviting, and informational.Patricia Manning, formerly at Eastchester Public Library, NY Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc.
From Booklist Similar in format and approach to Bats! Strange and Wonderful (2000) and Sharks! Strange and Wonderful (2001), which were also illustrated by Henderson, this volume introduces the varieties, physical features, and behaviors of whales. With just a couple of paragraphs on a typical spread, Pringle's succinct text provides a surprising amount of information in an interesting manner. The clearly delineated and often beautiful illustrations, apparently paintings, help readers visualize the animals and their activities. The book ends with a brief history of whaling and a note on whale conservation that includes organizations to contact for more information. Pringle's 100th book, this offers a solid introduction to whales. Carolyn Phelan Copyright American Library Association. All rights reserved
Bear Hug by Laurence Pringle, Kate Salley Palmer (Illustrator) Reading level: Ages 4-8, Edition: Paperback, 32 pages ; Publisher: Boyds Mills Pr; 1st edition (March 2003) 
ISBN: 1563978768
Editorial Reviews
From School Library Journal The fun-loving family introduced in Pringle's spirited Octopus Hug (Boyds Mills, 1996) is back. Here, Dad takes Jesse and Becky camping. Jesse, the narrator, and his sister wonder whether they will see any bears at Black Bear Lake. The three campers spend the day exploring and admiring the changing scenery and wonderful creatures that live around the sparkling lake. Come evening, they feast on hot dogs and toasted marshmallows by the campfire, and then sit by the shore, watching and listening to their nocturnal neighbors. In the morning, after carefully cleaning up the campsite, Jesse and Becky lament the fact that they didn't see a bear. With a playful roar, Dad reveals that there is one bear at Black Bear Lake after all, and swoops his children into his arms for a warm, loving bear hug. Reminiscent of Robert McCloskey's Time of Wonder (Puffin, 1989) in its celebration of nature, Bear Hug is an atmospheric story that portrays the excitement of a family outing. Palmer's harmonious watercolors perfectly illustrate the changing faces of Black Bear Lake and the changing emotions on the faces of Jesse, Becky, and their father. This appealing selection might be paired with Ashley Wolff's Stella & Roy Go Camping (Dutton, 1999).Linda L. Walkins, Mount Saint Joseph Academy, Brighton, MA Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Come to the Ocean's Edge: A Natural Cycle Book by Laurence Pringle, Michael Chesworth (Illustrator), Reading level: Ages 4-8, Edition: School & Library, 32 pages ; Publisher: Boyds Mills Pr; (October 2003) 
ISBN: 1563977796
Editorial Reviews
From School Library Journal A poetic text and beautifully composed watercolor paintings describe coastal creatures and their habitat. Beginning at dawn, when a "fog's wet breath hides the seashore" and gulls take flight, "their shadowy forms like ghosts in the mist," Pringle takes readers through a 24-hour period. As the day brightens, sanderlings investigate the beach, a mole crab rides a wave to shore and digs into the sand, and people arrive to relax and explore. Afternoon brings low tide, exposing tidal pools as well as shells and other objects scattered along the beach. At night, the wind rises and waves pound the shore. However, all is peaceful beneath the surf, where kelp sways with the currents and lobsters and bluefish search for food. Morning begins the cycle again. Filled with descriptive language, the text progresses smoothly through the day, providing just enough information to interest readers but never getting bogged down with too much detail. Additional facts about the animals mentioned and their environment are provided on the last page. The spreads alternate between dramatic seaside vistas and close-ups of different creatures. While providing a realistic view of this environment, the artwork also echoes the expressive tone of the narrative, depicting the seashore as "the edge of something vast, wild, and mysterious." A wonderful choice to share with children before a summer vacation or to use as an introduction to an ecology unit. Joy Fleishhacker, formerly at School Library Journal Copyright 2003 Reed Business Information, Inc.
Dog of Discovery: A Newfoundland's Adventures With Lewis and Clark by Laurence Pringle, Meryl Henderson (Illustrator) Reading level: Ages 9-12 Edition: School & Library Binding 96 pages Publisher: Boyds Mills Press; 
ISBN1590780280
Editorial Reviews
From School Library Journal . . . This is a richly detailed and historically accurate account of the expedition, told as dated entries, with clarity and descriptive language. Pringle closely follows and highlights the adventures of Seaman as they appeared in the journals of Lewis and Clark, and the loyalty and devotion he exhibited as he risked his life many times. Selections from their journals appear throughout the story, and Pringle also offers evidence, first discovered in 2000, about what happened to the animal after the expedition came to an end. Intriguing sidebars, maps, historical illustrations, and original art make this a treasure trove of information about the expedition, and the dog that was its most unusual participant. Janet Gillen, Great Neck Public Library, NY Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information, Inc.
Strange Animals, New to Science by Laurence P. Pringle Reading level: Ages 9-12 Edition: Hardcover 112 pages Publisher: Marshall Cavendish Corp/Ccb; 
ISBN: 0761450831
Confronting an alarming rate of manmade destruction of wildlife habitats, scientists are rushing to discover new animal and plant species. Before it is too late, they are determined to record on paper what they may be helpless to preserve in reality.
Renowned science writer Laurence Pringle takes young readers across the world in the company of these dedicated men and women. They will visit Brazil, where they’ll happen upon a new species of bird whose nest lies within sight of a major highway. In Romania, they’ll explore a cave, where they’ll find not one but thirty new animal species. And occasionally they will even find a species thought extinct. By the end of their travels, these same readers will have been made aware, both through the engaging text and full-color photographs, of the urgent need to protect the wilderness--before it really is too late.
Editorial Reviews
From Booklist Pringle introduces animals that have been discovered by scientists in the last two decades, though they may have been known to native peoples. He explains in the introduction that in the late 1980s biologists, alarmed by disappearing habitats and the resulting loss of biodiversity, began searching for species that had never been identified. Along the way, they found some species that were thought to be extinct, as well as many animals new to science. Many are birds, amphibians, rodents, and fish, but a few are relatively large mammals such as the Javan rhinoceros of Vietnam and the Riwoche horse of Tibet. In a Romanian cave that has evidently been cut off from the surface of the earth for five million years, scientists found 33 previously unknown species of invertebrates. Many of the animals discussed in the short chapters are shown in intriguing color photos. An informative book on an unusual topic that will open kids' minds. Carolyn Phelan Copyright American Library Association. All rights reserved
Crows!: Strange and Wonderful by Laurence P. Pringle, Bob Marstall (Illustrator) Reading level: Ages 4-8 Edition: School & Library Binding 32 pages Publisher: Boyds Mills Press; 
ISBN: 1563978997
Editorial Reviews
From School Library Journal A fascinating look at aspects of this clever bird's social behavior-mobbing, food gathering, and family cooperation. The text is vividly written and easy to understand, and the detailed color illustrations are striking. The picture-book format provides views that will be familiar to everyone who has ever observed these creatures, from pecking at trash in a park to soaring over a winter landscape. This excellent overview captures the crow's quirky playfulness as well as day-to-day actions. For more in-depth coverage for older readers, Pringle's Listen to the Crows (HarperCollins, 1976) is hard to beat.Cynthia M. Sturgis, Ledding Library, Milwaukie, OR Copyright 2002 Cahners Business Information, Inc.
A Dragon in the Sky : The Story of a Green Darner Dragonfly by Laurence P. Pringle, Bob Marstall (Illustrator), Reading level: Ages 9-12, Hardcover - 64 pages (May 2001), Orchard Books; 
ISBN: 0531303152
Editorial Reviews
From School Library Journal Like An Extraordinary Life: The Story of a Monarch Butterfly (Orchard, 1997), this book is carefully researched and extraordinarily detailed in text and art. Readers follow one particular green darner, Anax, from his birth in a swamp in New York to mating and death in a Florida pond. Specific incidents in his life are augmented with more general information about dragonflies and damselflies. Sidebars give facts about other creatures that share his habitats. Information on raising dragonfly nymphs for study is appended, and several Web sites are suggested. In Marstall's watercolor-and-oil paintings, soft greens and browns predominate. This is an exemplary nature-study book-accurate, explicit, and satisfyingly complete.-Ellen Heath, Orchard School, Ridgewood, NJ Copyright 2001 Cahners Business Information.
From Horn Book
Pringle tells a richly detailed story of one green darner dragonfly, Anax, and his journey from hatching in a New York state swamp to mating and dying in a Florida pond. Rarely do books of this nature delve so deeply into one species and its life cycle, migration, habitats, and interactions with other animals and plants. The narrative is packed with factual information yet is not tiresome to read. Indeed, the depth of the explanations may further stimulate readers' interest in dragonflies and other winged insects. Marstell's delicate watercolor and oil illustrations in predominately light browns and greens provide intricate detail and close-up views of the stages of dragonfly anatomical development. Throughout the book, interesting tidbits about dragonflies, the researchers who study them, and related scientific facts can be found in the margins. Directions for catching and caring for dragonfly nymphs at the end of the book encourage observation of several of the molting stages. Suggested resources for further reading are plentiful, though readers should be aware that many of the sources listed (and all of the websites) are for an older audience than that of the book.Copyright 2001 The Horn Book, Inc. All rights reserved.
Scholastic Encyclopedia of Animals by Laurence P. Pringle, Norbert Wu (Photographer), Reading level: Ages 4-8
Hardcover - 128 pages (July 2001), Scholastic Reference; 
ISBN: 0590522531
The SCHOLASTIC ENCYCLOPEDIA OF ANIMALS highlights a splendid variety of 140 animals, from alligators to zebras, and many in between! Most of the animals featured are common to kids experience, whether found in their neighborhoods or at the zoo. With spectacular photographs of each animal and a discussion of physical characteristics, behaviors, and habitats, this is a fascinating and useful reference for any child interested in the animal kingdom.
Sharks! : Strange and Wonderful by Laurence Pringle, Meryl Henderson (Illustrator) Reading level: Ages 4-8
School & Library Binding - 32 pages (January 2001) Boyds Mills Press; 
ISBN: 1563978636
From the tiny cookie cutter to the great white, more than 400 kinds of sharks live in the oceans. There's the giant whale shark--longer than two school buses but gentle enough for humans to swim with. And the swell shark, which can wedge itself into a hideout and then swell so that it cannot be pulled out. Join acclaimed author Laurence Pringle as he discovers the wide variety of fish classified as sharks. Meryl Henderson's striking and realistic illustrations enhance the simple but informative text and allow young readers a glimpse of the amazing world under the sea. Readers will discover there is a lot more to sharks than what's portrayed in the movies.
Global Warming: The Threat of Earth's Changing Climate by Laurence Pringle Reading level: Ages 9-12 Hardcover - 48 pages (April 2001) Seastar Pub Co;
ISBN: 1587170094
It's not your imagination: Earth is getting warmer. Global warming is perhaps the most prominent environmental issue of the past decade. Award-winning writer Laurence Pringle describes the causes of this worldwide trend, exploring its past, present, and potential future damage to our climate, ecology, and economy. He also offers practical solutions that will help avert a global disaster of our own making. With over thirty striking color photographs, here is an incisive, clear, authoritative look.
Editorial Reviews
STARRED REVIEW From Kirkus
This super work on global warming by a noted science writer is an essential replacement for aging titles on the topic. Following the format of his 1991 edition on the same topic, this one has been completely revised and provides current research and information. The unusually inviting format, vivid writing, striking photographs, extensive glossary, further reading, and index make this a first choice on the subject. Pringle states in the introduction: "This book tells why the Earth's climate is warming. It describes the alarming effects of climate change that are already occurring and those that scientists forecast for the years ahead. And it tells what people must do in order to prevent a potential worldwide disaster of their own making." Then he does just that in 48 pages divided into short, readable chapters. He takes the reader from the last ice age to the Kyoto Protocol, which sets global goals for emissions to be met by 2012. Visually striking, current, and informative, this is a must read. (Nonfiction. 10-14)
Bats! : Strange and Wonderful by Laurence Pringle, Meryl Henderson (Illustrator) Reading level: Ages 9-12
School & Library Binding - 32 pages (February 2000) Boyds Mills Press; 
ISBN: 1563973278
Editorial Reviews
STARRED REVIEW School Library Journal , June 2000 Karey Wehner, San Francisco Public Library
A lucid text describes some general physical and behavioral characteristics common to all types of bats. The ways in which these flying mammals benefit world ecosystems (e.g., through insect consumption, seed dispersal, and plant pollination) are emphasized. Vibrant, realistic watercolors of representative species extend the text on every page. Some illustrations are enclosed in boxes and superimposed on larger paintings; in most, body parts extend beyond the frames, giving them a 3-D effect. A particularly effective series of paintings shows a vampire bat's ungainly walk on its hind legs toward a sleeping cow. While this title provides information similar to that in Betsy Maestro's Bats (Scholastic, 1994) and Gail Gibbons's Bats (Holiday, 1999), its simpler text conveys complex concepts in terms that most children understand. With its appealing illustrations in an eye-catching arrangement and clearly written text, Pringle's Bats! is equal to the best introductions on the subject for this age level.
From Booklist . "If you were a bat, you could stay up all night." So begins Pringle's child-friendly introduction to bats. Carefully crafted to overcome misconceptions and fears concerning bats, the text also provides basic information about the variety and habits of the flying mammals as well as their importance in the ecosystem. Readers may be surprised by some of the information, such as the fact that if hibernating bats are disturbed several times over the winter, they may die because they use too much energy in their wakened state. The text never descends to a "gee-whiz" tone, and the book is stronger for it. In an afterward, Pringle suggests ways to learn about bats first-hand and tells readers how to contact a bat conservation organization. Meryl Henderson's watercolor paintings illustrate the text with beauty and finesse. The many evening and night scenes set up dramatic contrasts using silhouetted figures. Harmonious colors, softly shaded from deep browns to glowing hues, are often accentuated by black backgrounds. Presented with respect for the subject and for the audience, this is one of the best of the many bat books, especially for a somewhat younger audience. Carolyn Phelan
The Environmental Movement : From Its Roots to the Challenges of a New Century by Laurence Pringle Reading level: Ages 9-12 Hardcover - 144 pages 1 Ed edition (April 2000) HarperCollins Juvenile Books; 
ISBN: 0688156266
Environmentalism is one of the most powerful social revolutions of the twentieth century. It has affected our legal and educational systems, the economy, politics--and our day-to-day lives. And it will continue to promote change in the new millennium.
Editorial Reviews
From Booklist
Pringle, who is well-known for his science, health, and ecology titles, offers an accessible, wide-ranging overview of environmentalism in the U.S. Beginning with the polarized ideologies of Native Americans and the early settlers, the brief chapters examine Americans' wavering attitudes toward land stewardship. Topics covered include the rise of the conservation movement, the roles of legislation, big business, and Eco-warriors. there's also a brief look at the struggles ahead. In the simple, nicely balanced text, Pringle introduces both the key figures in the movement's history (among them, George Perkins Marsh, Aldo Leopold, and Rachel Carson), and some of the most challenging contemporary issues, always making sophisticated concepts easily understood. Well-chosen photographs and a comprehensive resource section round out this engaging, useful title that will find cross-curriculum support and hook readers both familiar with and new to the movement. Gillian Engberg
Exploring Your Senses 
About the series:
You're sitting by a nice fire after dinner. You see the orange flames dancing. The aroma of burning wood fills you nostrils. You feel the warmth envelope you. The hiss and roar of the fire soothes your ears and the apple pie for dessert tastes better than ever. Your senses are doing their job-one that is both complicated and important. This informative and entertaining new series by well-known children's science author Laurence Pringle reveals to young readers the inner workings of each of the five senses
Hearing (Exploring Your Senses) by Laurence Pringle Library Binding, 32 Pages, Cavendish, Marshall Corporation, September 1999 I 
ISBN: 0761407359 Describes the parts of the ear and how they function and discusses the ways animals hear, maintaining balance, taking care of your hearing, and more.
Reviews
From Booklist March 1, 2000 "Clearly written, this attractive series will be useful for elementary-school units on the senses."
From School Library Journal Highly readable titles that contain a considerable amount of information. Hearing examines sound waves, how sound is measured, the outer and inner ears, and the brain and hearing. Smell details the structure of the nose, discusses the role of the brain in smelling, smell and taste, and scent memories. Taste covers taste buds and taste cells, taste and smell, "Supertasters," and other topics. The colorful, well-placed diagrams and photos with informative captions will help children understand the concepts presented. However, the placement of chapter headings is somewhat confusing. They are located at the top of odd-numbered pages even though chapters begin on even-numbered pages. Steve Parker's "The Human Body" series (Watts, 1989; o.p.) is comparable in content, but not as well written. Anna Sandeman's Senses (Copper Beach, 1995), aimed at a slightly younger audience, is not as comprehensive.-Peg Glisson, Mendon Center Elementary School, Pittsford, NY Copyright 2000 Cahners Business Information.
Children's Literature Review: This entry in the excellent "Explore Your Senses" series describes in reader-friendly prose how hearing works, how it differs in people and in animals, and how it functions with other senses. Italicized scientific terms are explained, used in context, and repeated in the glossary. Full color, helpful diagrams plus well-captioned photographs further understanding without repeating the text. Topics include sound waves, vocalization, length and strength of various sounds, the role of sound in balancing, hearing devices, and others. Advice for taking care of your sense of hearing ends this useful and readable book. An index is included. Reviewed by Susan Hepler. Copyright @ 2000. Children's Literature. All Rights Reserved.
| Touch by | Taste by |
| Smell by ISBN: 0761407375 Publisher: Marshall Cavendish Inc. Pub. Date: January 2000 | Sight by |
One Room School by Laurence P. Pringle, Barbara Garrison (Illustrator), Reading level: Ages 4-8 School & Library Binding - 32 pages (March 1998) Boyds Mills Press; 
ISBN: 1563975831
Noted writer Laurence Pringle guides readers through the last year of World War II and the one-room school of his childhood--School 14 in Monroe County, New York. Barbara Garrison's folk-style illustrations, presented as snapshots in an album, help capture the feeling of that time and place.
From Booklist , March 1, 1998 "Warm, specific memories fill the book and give children a sense of both history and place. Grandparents will especially enjoy using this book as a springboard for talking about their own childhood to their grandchildren." Susan Dove Lempke Copyright 1998, American Library Association. All rights reserved
Nature! Wild and Wonderful (Meet the Author Book) by Laurence Pringle, Tim Holmstrom (Photographer) Hardcover (May 1997) Richard C. Owen Publishing; ; 
ISBN: 157274071X
From Horn Book Published spring 1997. "Each author tells a concise version of his or her life story. As in the other books in the series, the text is heavily illustrated with photographs, and when appropriate, illustrations. The format is accessible, the tone casual, and the information especially well suited to children doing author studies." -- Copyright 1998 The Horn Book, Inc. All rights reserved.
An Extraordinary Life : The Story of a Monarch Butterfly by Laurence Pringle, Bob Marstall (Illustrator) Reading level: Ages 9-12 Hardcover - 64 pages (March 1997) Orchard Books; ; 
hardcover ISBN: 0531300021
paperback ISBN: 0531071693
Follows a young butterfly's life cycle from her birth as a caterpillar in a Massachusetts hayfield through her metamorphosis into a butterfly, culminating in her flight south and return migration in spring.
From Booklist , March 15, 1997 " Rather than giving the usual survey of the habits, habitat, life cycle, and predators of butterflies, Pringle brings immediacy to his subject by focusing sharply on one monarch, whom he names Danaus. ... The surprisingly absorbing story of Danaus' life is followed by a discussion of the monarchs' endangered winter refuges in Mexico and an explanation of how to raise monarch butterflies from the caterpillar stage. Throughout the book, Marstall's colorful paintings offer clear, brilliantly colored illustrations of the caterpillars growing, eating, resting, mating, avoiding predators, and flying, flying, flying. An excellent book on a popular species." Carolyn Phelan Copyright 1997, American Library Association. All rights reserved
From Kirkus Reviews , February 15, 1997 "... A superb, well-researched book that finds extraordinary science in the everyday life of a butterfly." -- Copyright 1997, Kirkus Associates, LP. All rights reserved.
Winner, 1998 Orbis Pictus Award for Outstanding Nonfiction for Children,
from the National Council of Teachers of English.
Still More Available Titles
| Taking Care of Earth: Kids in Action 1996 (Boyds Mills Press) |
| Octopus Hug -- picture book fiction 1993 (Boyds Mills Press) |
| Chemical and Biological Warfare: The Cruelest Weapons 2000 (Enslow) |
Awards and Honors
2005 -- | The AAAS/Subaru Science Books and Films Prize for Excellence in Science Books--a lifetime achievement award from The American Association for the Advancement of Science for "his lasting contribution to science literature." |
1999 -- | Washington Post/Children's Book Guild of Washington Nonfiction Award for work that has contributed "significantly to the quality of nonfiction for children." |
1998 -- | the Orbis Pictus Award for Outstanding Nonfiction for Children, for AN EXTRAORDINARY LIFE: THE STORY OF A MONARCH BUTTERFLY (illustrated by Bob Marstall) |
1996 -- | Honor Book, Orbis Pictus Award for Outstanding Nonfiction for children, for DOLPHIN MAN: EXPLORING THE WORLD OF DOLPHINS. |
1983 -- | Eva Gordon Award from the American Nature Study Society, "for many contributions to the literature of natural history (that) have helped others to discover, enjoy and understand the world of nature. |
1977 -- | Special Conservation Award from the National Wildlife Federation, "for numerous outstanding environmental books aimed at children and young adults." |
1973 -- Present | Since the 1973 inception of this honored list, nearly 50 of Laurence Pringle's titles have been selected as Outstanding Science Trade Books for children by the National Science Teachers Association and the Children's Book Council. |
School Presentations
All of Laurence Pringle's varied programs aim to nurture writing skills and excite student interest in science, biography and other nonfiction literature. His programs include information about research and the writing process, as well as about how a team of writer and artist can produce extraordinary books. Children of all ages appreciate Laurence Pringle's wit and enthusiasm about pursuing his curiosity.
Larry happily gives up to 6 programs in a day, since working with smaller groups enables him to tailor the content to different grade levels, and also allows more participation by individual students. Whether about a half hour for K-2 or at least 45 minutes for older students, some time is always allowed for questions and answers.
The professional fee is $l,300 with up to 6 programs, plus travel and lodging costs, when applicable. Cost is reduced when 3 or more days are spent in schools in the same area
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