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A Walk in the Forest

A Walk in the Forest
$25.00
Maria Dek A Walk in the Forest is a stunning invitation to discover the woods as a place for both imaginative play and contemplation: collect pinecones, feathers, or stones; follow the tracks of a deer; or listen to the chirping of birds and the whisper of trees. Build a shelter and play hide-and-seek. Pretend the woods are a jungle, or shout...

Backpack Explorer: Beach Walk
$19.95
Pack up sandcastle-building supplies, sunscreen, and this take-along activity book! In the second book of the Backpack Explorer series from the Editors of Storey Publishing, little beachcombers are encouraged to discover all the wonders of saltwater oceans and freshwater lakes, from identifying shorebirds to learning about the life found in tid...

Backpack Explorer: Bird Watch
$19.95
The third book in the Backpack Explorer series from the Editors of Storey Publishing invites budding naturalists to head outside for a walk — in the woods, a park, or right in their backyard — to spot feathered friends. Backpack Explorer: Bird Watch leads kids aged 4 and up through the basics of birding, from identifying common birds to learnin...
Backpack Explorer: Bug Hunt

Backpack Explorer: Bug Hunt
$19.95
Head outside and get the buzz on bugs!Packed with educational prompts and activities, this fourth book in the Backpack Explorer series encourages junior naturalists to spot insects while on a walk in the woods, playing in a park, or searching right outside their front door. Twelve interactive field guides help young seekers identify fliers, craw...

Backpack Explorer: Discovering Trees
$19.95
Backpack Explorer: Discovering Trees encourages junior naturalists to step outside and get curious about the trees they see, whether in their backyard, in their neighbourhood, in a park, or on a trail! With this take-along activity book—the fifth in the best-selling Backpack Explorer series from the Editors of Storey Publishing—kids will stop, ...

Backpack Explorer: On the Nature Trail
$19.95
Jump-start curiosity with this take-along field guide for children ages 4 to 8. From worms, birds, and spiders to trees, flowers, and clouds, young explorers learn what to look and listen for wherever they are — whether in a nature preserve, an urban park, or a suburban backyard. Seek-and-find lists, on-the-trail art projects, and discovery gam...

Backyard Adventure by Amanda Thomsen
$23.95
The backyard has long been a space associated with recreation and relaxation, a private patch of earth to escape to, and a springboard for the imagination. In her signature style and drawing on her personal experience as a mother, gardener, and author, Amanda Thomsen encourages kids to create kingdoms of their own making, right in their own bac...

Barefoot Books Water: A Deep Dive of Discovery
$25.00
Immerse yourself in fascinating facts about water! This comprehensive yet accessible exploration of water will help young readers understand many aspects of one of our planet's most precious resources – and how they can protect it. A friendly water droplet character guides children through topics ranging from melting and freezing to the ways i...

Bee: A Peek-Through Picture Book
$23.00
Fans of Tree: A Peek-Through Picture Book can now fly along with Bee on her very busy day! Through a hole in the book’s cover, a bee is buzzing inside a flower. Peek into this bright and lively book and discover the big ways this little insect contributes to the beauty of the environment, from pollinating colorful flowers to buzzing about t...

Being Kind To the World Activity Book
$12.00
A sticker activity book that aims to open our eyes to the wonders of the world and show little people what can be done to help save our precious planet -- from things like living responsibly to understanding the importance of animals. 96 page paperback includes card and stickers.Illustrated by Scott Barker and Make Believe Ideas APPROX dimensio...
Bird Boy

Bird Boy
$24.00
Take flight in this heartwarming story about a boy who learns to be true to himself at school while following his love of nature.Nico was new, and nervous about going to school. Everyone knew what to do and where to go, but Nico felt a little lost.So, he did what he loved to do:Watched the insectsSat in the grassAnd most importantly... bef...

Dr. Potts, My Pets Have Spots!
$14.00
The Betts family pets have got the spots! But when the vet's advice only turns the critters' spots to stripes, what will the Betts crew do next? As kids giggle and guess their way through this riotously funny picture book's repeated refrains, they'll practice recognizing patterns, build literacy skills and see the value of perseverance. Use...
Farm Anatomy

Farm Anatomy
$23.95
Popular illustrator Julia Rothman presents a colourfully entertaining visual tour of the parts of the farm and of the animals and activities found there, dissecting everything from cows, pigs, and roosters to the farmer’s breakfast, crop rotation patterns, tractors and tools, and much, much more! Reviews "Farm Anatomy fits perfectly into my g...
Flowers Are Calling

Flowers Are Calling
$26.00
Flowers are calling to all the animals of the forest "Drink me!" - but it's the pollinators who feast on their nectar. In rhyming poetic form and with luminous artwork, this book shows us the marvel of natural cooperation between plants, animals, and insects as they each play their part in the forest's cycle of life. by Rita Gray (author), Kena...
Food Anatomy

Food Anatomy
$23.95
Best-selling author and noted illustrator of Nature Anatomy, Julia Rothman takes her pen into the kitchen with this charming, illustrated guide to all things edible around the globe. She focuses her curious eye on the origins, types, tools, traditions, and techniques behind the most popular foods and preparations, from breads to fish to spices ...
Goodbye Autumn, Hello Winter

Goodbye Autumn, Hello Winter
$25.00
As leaves fall from their trees, animals huddle against the cold, and frost creeps across windows, everyone knows—winter is on its way! Join a brother and sister as they explore nature and take a stroll through their twinkling town, greeting all the signs of the coming season. In a series of conversations with everything from the setting s...
Goodbye Summer, Hello Autumn

Goodbye Summer, Hello Autumn
$25.00
Author Kenard Pak As trees sway in the cool breeze, blue jays head south, and leaves change their colors, everyone knows--autumn is on its way! Join a young girl as she takes a walk through forest and town, greeting all the signs of the coming season. In a series of conversations with every flower and creature and gust of wind, she says goo...
Grandpa's Garden

Grandpa's Garden
$12.00
This beautifully told story follows Billy from early spring to late summer as he helps his grandpa on his vegetable patch. They dig the hard ground, sow rows of seeds, and keep them watered and safe from slugs. When harvest time arrives they can pick all the vegetables and fruit they have grown. Children will be drawn in by the poetry of the la...

Home for a Penguin, Home for a Whale
$12.00
Explore the ocean homes of 23 marine animals in this narrative nonfiction picture book. With a sea snail hidden on each page and refreshing, richly painted illustrations, Home for a Penguin, Home for a Whale will delight both preschoolers and emerging readers alike. Written by Brenda Williams and illustrated by Annalisa Beghelli 32 page paperba...

Home for a Tiger, Home for a Bear
$14.00
Every animal has a place it can rest, play and thrive -- including you! With this fun rhyming introduction to zoology, you'll: - Peek inside the homes of 22 different animals and explore 10 animal habitats- Pore over cheerful watercolor and ink illustrations- Spot the spider hidden on each page!- Dive into 8 pages of facts about anima...

Home: A Peek-Through Picture Book
$23.00
The bestselling series by Britta Teckentrup that began with Tree: A Peek-Through Picture Book now adds an elaborate and beautiful children's book with peek-through holes that celebrates the coziness of home through the eyes of the animal world."All of us need a place to rest: A cave, a warren, a pond, a nest. Wherever we may choose to roam,...
If You Come to Earth

If You Come to Earth
$27.00
From two-time Caldecott Winner author-illustrator Sophie Blackall!If You Come to Earth is a glorious guide to our home planet, and a call for us to take care of both Earth and each other.This stunning book is inspired by the thousands of children Sophie Blackall has met during her travels around the world in support of UNICEF and Save the Chi...
Millie's Chickens

Millie's Chickens
$14.00
Millie's Chickens Watch Millie care for her suburban backyard chickens in this playful rhyming story. Then, delve into 7 pages of notes to learn all about chickens, including anatomy and breeds, and 4 easy egg dishes to try together! A fun way to introduce kids to life sciences and where food comes from. Ages 5 to 9 years Written By: Bre...

Moon: A Peek-Through Picture Book
$23.00
Next in the much-loved children’s series that began with Tree: A Peek-Through Picture Book is an elaborate book with peek-through holes that show the moon’s different phases with each turn of the page.Over deserts and forests, Arctic tundra and tropical beaches, the moon shines down on creatures around the world. Children will love discover...