Laura's two alphabet books, The American Revolution from A to Z and The Pilgrims’ Thanksgiving From A to Z were published by Pelican Publishing. As a third grade teacher, she found that most books about the first Thanksgiving or the Revolutionary War were either too simple or too complicated for classroom instruction. Knowing her young students loved to read and write ABC books, she decided to write these books for elementary-aged children and their families (and their teachers, too!)

In Arctic Waters, is a cumulative tale that was released with Sylvan Dell in 2007. While teaching a science unit on the polar regions, she became fascinated with the unique animals of the Arctic. Like the rest of her picture books, this one teaches young readers factual information while entertaining them with a fun story.

Her series with Raven Tree Press was released in 2008. Postcards From Washington, Postcards From Chicago and Postcards From New York City introduce elementary students to the historic and entertaining aspects of these important cities. All three are a perfect supplement to a social studies curriculum.

Laura loves to do school, library and book store visits. Through interactive guidance, the presentations inspire children to write their own ABC books, cumulative tales or postcard anecdotes. While discussing her writing and revision process, Laura emphasizes the message that the true path to success lies in perseverance.

Laura also contributes to a blog for other writers and teachers who love nonfiction picture books- check it out at http://wildaboutnaturewriters.blogspot.com/

Contact Information:

Email: Lacra4rd@aol.com