Roxie Munro is an acclaimed author and illustrator of children's books, primarily focusing on nonfiction. Her artistic style is distinctive, with works often inspired by cityscapes, exhibited widely in galleries and museums. Munro also creates interactive digital applications, and her visual work has graced the covers of prestigious magazines.
6 Desert Habitats, 108 Species, and How to Save Them
Experience a whirlwind journey through six distinct North American deserts within a single day. Starting at dawn in the Mojave Desert, the adventure unfolds as you explore diverse landscapes, ecosystems, and unique features of each desert, culminating at midnight in the Great Basin. This immersive tour highlights the beauty and complexity of these arid regions, offering a captivating glimpse into their natural wonders.
Legless lizards. Gliding geckos. In Roxie Munro’s newest journey into the animal kingdom, twenty lizards are illustrated true-to-size, moving from terrifically tiny to cool and colossal! Some of them swim! Some of them fly! But all of these lizards are sure to leap into young conservationists’ imaginations. Whether it’s familiar friends like gila monsters and komodo dragons or fun new faces like green plumed basilisks and thorny devils, Munro’s vibrant colors and patterns are as eye-catching as they are accurate. This dazzling nonfiction picture book invites you to follow these creatures into their habitats and encounter them up close. Complete with a detailed index, glossary, and further resources to engage readers’ curiosity, Munro’s expedition into the world of weird animals educates and entertains. With bite-sized (or skink-sized!) pieces of information and dynamic, true-to-size illustrations, budding scientists won’t believe their eyes… and they won’t believe how many amazing animals there are to discover.
Splash into one of the world's most alluring-- and threatened-- habitats, without getting your feet wet. Without traveling any further than your bookshelf, encounter exquisite coral reef creatures in this clever introduction to underwater life! Brightly illustrated at true-to-life size, Dive In introduces more than twenty undersea creatures. From the brilliantly colored rainbow parrotfish to a venomous southern stingray, follow the path of a scuba diver discovering the many creatures living in a coral reef--including a huge gatefold spread featuring a massive reef shark. As you go, you'll find that each detailed, bright spread fits together with the next, charting a journey through one big scene in this meticulously illustrated nonfiction picture book. Accompanying the vibrant artwork are detailed descriptions of the 29 featured creatures, revealing their intriguing habits and more about the Caribbean coral reef they call home. A key included in the back matter shows how the pages smartly fit together. An index, a map, and a section on protecting coral reefs are also included. Budding conservationists will love learning about this vital ecosystem of coral reefs around the world from the comforts of home!
★ ★ ★ One-of-a-Kind Maze Activity Book ★ ★ ★ Take a walk through ABCity, staying on sidewalks or paths through an intricate maze taking you from page to page past all 26 letters of the alphabet. In each of 13 bustling mazes, look for cleverly hidden objects that correspond to each of the letters hidden within the streets and signs. From airplanes and ambulances to zebras and zippers, the maze weaves through the city as you help Chris and his dog Rusty find their way from A to Z. Answer keys are provided in the back, along with a large, two-sided, foldout poster of the city--one side to display and the other side to color. Jump-start your child's learning while having fun walking this unique, one-of-a-kind city maze designed to help improve fine motor, problem-solving, and visual-perceptual skills! * One continuous maze made from 13 individual mazes, each featuring two letters of the alphabet * Each maze contains a seek-and-find game designed to entertain, stimulate, and challenge * Final spread shows the entire ABCity Created for puzzle-loving kids, the maze contains some complicated tricks that will have young readers having fun seeing how it was done at the end. It's mind-bending, super-challenging, and highly visual fun for the entire family.
Explore the captivating yet endangered world of aquatic habitats, where readers can immerse themselves in the beauty and fragility of these ecosystems. The book invites you to discover the unique flora and fauna that thrive in water-rich environments while highlighting the urgent conservation efforts needed to protect them. Through engaging narratives and stunning visuals, it offers a deep understanding of the intricate balance of life beneath the surface.
Explore the fascinating world of rodents through an illustrated guide featuring 21 unique species. Each entry highlights the characteristics, habitats, and behaviors of these charming creatures, showcasing their playful and mischievous nature. This engaging resource invites readers to learn about the diverse lives of rodents, making it perfect for animal lovers and curious minds alike.
There is a giant dinosaur, a flying reptile, a dinosaur with plates and spikes on its body, and even baby dinosaurs cracking out of their shells. There is a ferocious dinosaur that eats meat and vegetarian dinosaurs that hide from the carnivores. Look inside the dinosaurs, and you'll see a dynamic view of eight dinosaur skeletons. Look outside the dinosaurs, and you'll see sweeping paintings of these creatures as they once lived on our planet. But watch out for the T. rex! Fun facts, a list of further reading, and online resources are also included
37 masterpieces inspire an artist in this introduction to art history that includes a search-and-find game. "Today I will make a new painting," declares an artist, but first she must build a stretcher to stretch the canvas; select which paints, brushes, and palette knives to use; and, most importantly, decide what to paint. Will she paint a still life in the style of Robert S. Duncanson or a portrait in the manner of Mary Cassatt? Using reproductions of art from the National Gallery of Art by Vincent van Gogh, Judith Leyster, Claude Monet and others pivotal figures in art history, Roxie Munroe introduces readers to a variety of iconic artists, art styles, and time periods. The sweeping painting she creates by the book's end cleverly incorporates all 37 pieces she has considered. Eagle-eyed readers will love finding the works of art in her painting and learning more about the artists in the notes in the back matter. You'll want to start building canvases and mixing colors for a masterpiece of your very own!
