Laurie Lawlor

Once you are aware of the wonder and beauty of earth, you will want to learn about it," wrote Carson, the pioneering environmentalist and author of "Silent Spring," the book that woke people up to the harmful impact humans are having on the planet. Illustrations.

"After a summer thunderstorm knocks down Big Tree, a young boy watches his neighborhood come together to clean up and plant Little Tree"-- Provided by publisher.

"This picture book biography chronicles the lifelong friendship that began in adolescence between Ludwig van Beethoven and master piano maker Nannette Streicher emphasizing her support for him and his work and his influence on the many innovations she made to piano construction"-- Provided by publisher.

"The vibrant and daring life of Marianne North, a self-taught artist and scientist who subverted Victorian gender roles and advanced the field of botanical illustration"-- Provided by publisher.