Murphy, Patricia J.

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A frog's life

learning sequential order using a timeline
2004
Uses a timeline of a frog's life cycle to teach children sequential order and about frogs.

Why does the moon change its shape?

2006
Presents a children's book that answers questions on how the moon was formed, the various phases of the moon, lunar eclipses, and whether or not there is life on the moon.

How does the wind blow?

2007
An introduction to the science of wind. Describes different kinds of winds and their speeds. Discusses when wind can be destructive.

Illness

2008
Explores the effects of various illnesses including contagious and non-contagious diseases, cancer, and brain disorders; and discusses diagnosis, treatment, and side effects as well as coping with the illness of a loved one.

La huerta de manzanas

2008
Text and photographs introduce a visit to the apple orchard, with a description of how apples are harvested. Written in English and Spanish.

How does the wind blow?

2008
An introduction to the science of wind. Describes different kinds of winds and their speeds. Discusses when wind can be destructive.

A frog's life

learning sequential order using a timeline
2006
Demonstrates how to read a timeline while describing the life of frogs from eggs to grown frogs.

Touch

2003
Explores the sense of touch made possible by the body's largest organ, the skin.

Why is the sun so hot?

2004
Provides information about the sun, looking at what scientists believe about its origins, and discussing its rotation, the source of its heat, the cause of a solar eclipse, and sun safety.

Why do some animals shed their skin?

2004
Explains what molting is and what causes it, then looks at how snakes, insects, crabs, birds, dogs, and cats shed skin, skeletons, or fur.

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