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Oct 13, 2009 | ISBN 9780887769603 | 6-9 years Buy *This format is not eligible to earn points towards the Reader Rewards program
Oct 25, 2011 | ISBN 9781770491311 | 6-9 years Buy
Feb 21, 2017 | Baby-3 Buy *This format is not eligible to earn points towards the Reader Rewards program
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Oct 13, 2009 | ISBN 9780887769603 | 6-9 years
Oct 25, 2011 | ISBN 9781770491311 | 6-9 years
Feb 21, 2017 | ISBN 9781101918968 | Baby-3
A is for Arctic, B for Bering Sea, C for Clyde River – and Z for Zangeza Bay – all to be explored above the 60th parallel.
Available now in board book format for the first time, A Northern Alphabet is an early introduction to the letters by way of all things northern: the landscape, the people, and the flora and fauna. From A for anorak and B for bear to Q for quilt and Z for zinc mine, in these pages, children everywhere can experience the color and beauty of northern life. Each letter is accompanied by simple text naming a few of the objects, animals and people depicted in each spectacular painting.
Ted Harrison is one of Canada’s most renowned artists. As a former teacher, he expertly knows how to connect with children through his bold, colorful illustrations and simple, playful text. His first book, Children of the Yukon, won several awards, and he… More about Ted Harrison
Selected, Resource Links‘s list of The Year’s Best, 2009“Harrison’s vibrantly colorful illustrations distinctly capture the spirit of the north.” – School Library Journal“The simplicity of the art and text allows A Northern Alphabet to be accessible to the young reader as a read-a-loud primer …. Further, the art and region specific content will make this a ‘must have’ book for the upper elementary grades studying the North. Finally, this book provides an inexpensive example of Ted Harrison’s work for art programs with a focus on Canadian artists ….” - CM Magazine“After reading the six books contained in the ‘ABC Our Country’ alphabet series, I wanted to visit the places described and illustrated in each one …. the artwork is impeccable, vibrant and mesmerizing …. has succeeded in capturing the country and its people between the colourful pages of each book, in a very Canadian way.” – The Telegram
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