Books in [Getting to know books] series

Children ages 8 through 12 enjoy a guided tour of France, with French landmarks, culture, history, foods, and much more. The text is in English, but many of the illustrations are bilingual--and the last six pages present an introduction to French words and phrases. Book-and-cassette package adds the extra dimension of sound, letting children hear Spanish words as they are spoken.

Getting to Know Your Yard is for environmentally conscious parents wanting to share the natural world with their young children in an interactive way. It allows children to interact with nature in a holistic way, exploring the sounds, feels and rhymes of Canadian flora & fauna. Immersing children into nature as early as possible can instill a love for the outdoors. We want kids to walk away with a sense of: - Whimsical interest in the world around them- Intrigue to explore different ecosystems- An opportunity to create their own story- Inspiring their imagination while creating word to picture recognitionIn the Getting to Know series, we give readers the chance to inspire their own stories.5% of each book sold goes toward tree planting in the rainforest.Getting To Know Your Yard is the first book in a series of exploration and delight where children will learn new things and have a fun time rhyming along with their parents. Come along on our journey of Getting to Know...!...