{"title":"Laura Purdie Salas","description":"\u003cp\u003eLaura Purdie Salas crafts delightful children’s books that celebrate nature, curiosity, and the joy of discovery. With playful language and vivid imagery, her stories like \u003cem\u003eFlurry\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eFloat\u003c\/em\u003e invite young readers to explore the world around them in imaginative and engaging ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHer works often blend lyrical text with educational themes, encouraging children to observe their environment and find wonder in simple moments. Perfect for emerging readers and storytime, Salas’ books inspire creativity and a love for learning through every page.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"flurry-float-and-fly-by-laura-purdie-salas-9781547603503","title":"Flurry, Float, and Fly!","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExplore the science of snow in this informative picture book with a lyrical read-aloud from award-winning author and poet Laura Purdie Salas.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eStars and columns fill the sky\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ci\u003ewith dreams to flurry, float, and fly.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen the first flakes of snow swirl toward the ground, it almost feels like magic. But in fact, it's science: a delicate process where cold air and moisture high in the sky work together to create tiny crystals that grow into sparkling snowflakes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLaura Purdie Salas's accessible, poetic text and Chiara Fedele's breathtaking art present the science behind snow \u003ci\u003eand\u003c\/i\u003e revel in the wonder of winter weather. Follow as the weather sets the stage for a glowing, snowy morning full of flakes that \u003ci\u003eflurry, float, and fly!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn author's note delves deeper into the science of snow, making the book an excellent choice for classroom lessons on weather and seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThere's more to explore! Also read \u003ci\u003eZap! Clap! Boom! The Story of a Thunderstorm.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47460831363308,"sku":"9781547603503","price":34.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781547603503-flurry-float-and-fly.jpg?v=1774953528"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/laura-purdie-salas.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}