Books by Laurie
Maple Syrup from the Sugarhouse
Maple syrup season is here! Kelsey and her father begin harvesting sap from sugar maple trees. Family and friends join them to help in the process of turning the sap into maple syrup. (Albert Whitman & Company, November 2017)
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Monster Cake
The monsters are coming and Mariah has a cake to bake, but measuring cups are so confusing. Will Mariah succeed in time to surprise a certain monster? (Pelican Publishing, February 2018)
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There Was a Librarian Who Chewed on a Word
A most exciting word has the whole library abuzz in this picture book for young readers, written in the style of "There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly." Fascinated children look on as Miss Divine dines on a table, savors a shelf, and chomps down a chair--all to chase down a single word. This librarian finally catches the only verb that could make a librarian practically purr, and that word is READ. ISBN: 9781589808928, Pelican Publishing
Cowgirl Alphabet
The ABC's of roping and riding for young girls. Young gals will learn all they really need to know with this high-spirited, fast-talking alphabet book. The important skills include how to measure a horse, heel a cow, and read a brand. Life's not all hoedowns and rodeos, though. Being a cowgirl is hard work, but worth every minute!
ISBN 9781589806696, Pelican Publishing
ISBN 9781589806696, Pelican Publishing
Pirates Don't Say Please!
Pirate Billy Nelson learns the cost of his scallywag ways in this coming-of-age story. When Mom asks Billy to leave his pirate behavior behind and return to her polite son, this pirate protests! Much to Billy’s dismay, Mom then sends him to the brig (his room) without lunch for bringing his ruthless manners to the table. “Arrrrgh!” Billy exclaims before walking the plank to his dungeon.
While in his room, Billy goes on an imaginary journey. Marooned by Elephant for not saying “thank you,” then he is refused a ride to his treasure for not saying “please.” Billy finds the buried booty on his own, but not before his tummy starts to grumble. Suddenly, this swashbuckling adventurer realizes that being polite is more valuable than all the loot one sailor can plunder. With his acquired jewels and pet parrot left behind, Billy trades his grubby ways for the etiquette of a prince—just in time for dinner. After all, “a prince always says please.” ISBN: 9781589809826, Pelican Publishing
While in his room, Billy goes on an imaginary journey. Marooned by Elephant for not saying “thank you,” then he is refused a ride to his treasure for not saying “please.” Billy finds the buried booty on his own, but not before his tummy starts to grumble. Suddenly, this swashbuckling adventurer realizes that being polite is more valuable than all the loot one sailor can plunder. With his acquired jewels and pet parrot left behind, Billy trades his grubby ways for the etiquette of a prince—just in time for dinner. After all, “a prince always says please.” ISBN: 9781589809826, Pelican Publishing
Online with God
Finding God in the universe of computers and cell phones isn't as easy as googling his name, but he's there all the same. And what girl wouldn't want him with her as she tries to make her way through a galaxy of emails, text messages, IM's, chat rooms---and middle school relationships? Written as a girl's personal blog to God, Online with God teaches you how to stay safe while using today's technology.
ISBN: 978-0-310-71615-0, Zonderkidz
ISBN: 978-0-310-71615-0, Zonderkidz
Why Cowboys Sleep With Their Boots On
This rib-tickling tale of a hard working cowboy and the importance of his duds will delight kids and grown-ups alike.
ISBN 1-56554-094-8, Pelican Publishing
ISBN 1-56554-094-8, Pelican Publishing
Why Cowboys Need a Brand
Yep, Slim Jim Watkins always says, "Can do!" even when all the other cowboys say, "Nope, not me." Then he gets stumped. What's a can-do cowboy going to do?
ISBN 1-56554-228-2, Pelican Publishing
ISBN 1-56554-228-2, Pelican Publishing
Why Cowboys Need a Pardner
Slim Jim Watkins is one lonely cowboy searching for a friend. After several tries, Slim Jim Watkins finds friendship in the most unusual way.
ISBN 1-56554-336-X, Pelican Publishing
ISBN 1-56554-336-X, Pelican Publishing
Why Cowgirls Are Such Sweet Talkers
Slim Jim Watkins is baffled by his pardner Gabby's way of sweet-talking when faced with difficult situations. After watching, he learns a thing or two.
ISBN 1-56554-698-9, Pelican Publishing
ISBN 1-56554-698-9, Pelican Publishing
Nana's Rice Pie
Warm memories of a farming family's way of life while baking a traditional family favorite. Start your own family tradition of reading, and baking together! Recipe included!
ISBN 1-56554-234-7, Pelican Publishing
ISBN 1-56554-234-7, Pelican Publishing
Red, White, and Blue
"Our People may be of every color, but we are united by the Red, White, and Blue." These patriotic sentiments are part of the celebration of the meaning, power, and beauty, of our American Flag.
ISBN 1- 58980-067-2, Pelican Publishing
ISBN 1- 58980-067-2, Pelican Publishing
God Be In My Heart
Bright, lively, images of children in Knowlton's first author-illustrated book of poems and prayers convey the reassuring power of God's presence.
ISBN 1-56397-646-3, Boyds Mills Press
ISBN 1-56397-646-3, Boyds Mills Press
The Nativity: Mary Remembers
A lovely, sensitive retelling views the first Christmas through the eyes of the mother of Jesus.
ISBN 1-56397-714-1, Boyds Mills Press
ISBN 1-56397-714-1, Boyds Mills Press
A Young Man's Dance
A young boy struggles with understanding his beloved grandmother's Alzheimer's disease. Through the challenges, they find a common ground to reconnect.
ISBN 1-59078-259-3, Boyds Mills Press
ISBN 1-59078-259-3, Boyds Mills Press
Catholic Book of Bible Stories
This beautiful selection of fifty stories retold from scripture includes blessings, prayers, and activities to bring to life God's message to the child.
ISBN 0-310-70505-3, Zonderkidz
ISBN 0-310-70505-3, Zonderkidz
Additional Books
- Creation, ISBN-0-7647-0245-9
- Noah's Ark, ISBN-0-7647-0246-7
- Jonah and the Whale, ISBN-0-7647-0241-6
- Joseph's Coat, ISBN-0-7647-0247-5
- God's Children, ISBN 0-7647-0244-0
- God Gave Me A Face for Feelings, ISBN-0-7647-0242-4
- Lord Do You Love Me? ISBN 0-7647-0243-2 (Grace Publications, a division of Frank Schaffer: Early Reader Titles)
- Bible Crafts for Christian Kids, ISBN-0-7647-0542-3
- Cooking With Christian Kids, ISBN-0-7647-0543-1 (Shining Star Publications)
- The Big Book Of Bible Stories Mini Books, ISBN-0-74240023-9 (In Celebration)
- N 2 Deep, ISBN-0-8499-7680-0 (Tommy Nelson)
- African Giants, ISBN 1-933248-08-4
- Hide and Seek, ISBN933248-09-2
- Come On Down, ISBN 1-933248-07-6 (World Quest Learning Titles)
- My Family's Book Of Blessings, ISBN 1-57151-758-8
- Baby's Little Book Of Blessings, ISBN 1-57151-757-X
- Toddler's Little Book Of Blessings (Playhouse Publication Titles)
- God's Blessings Story Bible, ISBN 0-310-70932-6 (ZonderKidz)
