firefly books ltd ca (753 risultati)

Paperback. Condizione: New. A picture guide to the work of a veterinary surgeon, reflecting the increasing diversity in society, changing technology and the lives of adults that children come into contact with. This best-selling series of 17 titles has sold more than 800,000 copies since publication and earned excellent reviews and praise for the range of occupations it features. With vibrant colour pictures and plain text, the I Want To Be series is an appealing introduction to a broad spectrum of occupations, from Pilot to Chef to Cowboy, making them ideal for inclusion in Community Helpers and other Common Core Correlations Social Studies and Language Arts units. New photos show Policewomen with contemporary uniforms and stateof-the-art equipment. Firefighters' uniforms protect better; builders are women as well as men; many of the Nurses are male. This reflects the society that kids are seeing now. Mainly, children will enjoy the I Want To Be books for the pictures, reading to themselves, seeing everyday people doing important jobs, like the adults in their family and in their dreams and aspirations.

Paperback. Condizione: New. A pocket-sized origami book with 500 pages and basic folding instructions. This book features 250 double-sided origami papers decorated with original designs and patterns by Mayumi Jezewski. Sixteen pages of basic folding instructions are illustrated and explained with arrows and clear lines - perfect for beginners. The Guardian newspaper called origami "2016's craft trend" and reported that sales of origami books have surged as customers look for alternatives to the popular colouring books. Like colouring, origami presents children and adults with a creative meditative challenge away from the screen. Origami has no age barrier and benefits everyone, from children to the elderly. Studies show that origami activates the whole brain. It develops eye-hand coordination, sequencing skills, attention skills, temporal spatial skills, mathematical reasoning, language skills and patience. It also promotes hand and finger dexterity.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Firefly Books is pleased to present an exciting new nature series produced especially for young readers who are eager to learn more about the wild animals they find especially appealing. The books are packed with facts and offer outstanding value. Clear text in large type and vivid photographs with explanatory captions describe the animals' physical attributes, and storylike narratives about their daily life - where they live, what they eat, how they hunt, how they communicate, how they raise their young - present a complete picture of each animal. With their furry faces, big ears and fluffy tails, foxes appeal to youngsters, but children may not know that a fox can smell prey deep in the snow and that some can climb trees. Young readers will learn about the various fox species, such as red foxes, arctic foxes, grey foxes and swift foxes, and they will read about what it would be like to be a fox pup. Photographs of adult and young foxes in their natural habitats and sidebars with storylike content round out this rich portrayal of foxes in the wild.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Bianchi, John (illustratore). 'Exploring the Night Sky' is aimed at novice star gazers anxious to expand their astronomical repertoire beyond the Big and Little Dippers. Dickinson has designed a superb introduction to astronomy that is clear, concise, beautifully illustrated, and very "user friendly" no matter what the child's age. AUTHOR: Terence Dickinson is a prolific science writer specializing in astronomy. More than one million copies of his books are in print. He is the recipient of many national and international science awards, including the New York Academy of Sciences Book of the Year Award and the Royal Canadian Institute's Sandford Fleming Medal. He live near Kingston, Ontario. Dickinson's new edition of Nightwatch has already sold over 75,000 copies. Illustrated.

Paperback. Condizione: New. "Easy Origami" takes readers step-by-step through the process of creating 24 origami projects. The book suggests valuable tips such as the type and weight of paper that provide the best results, and the projects (which can be tackled by adults or children) are organized by increasing level of skill. Very easy origami projects include: Flower; Hamster; Butterfly; Airplane; Boat; and five others. The fairly easy projects include: Stars; Decorations; Bracelet; Face; and two others. The more detailed and difficult projects include: String of Dolls; Starcluster; Pyramid; Bird; and four others. Basic paperfolding instructions and skills are described: Origami tips; Folds and symbols; From fold to fold; and Shapes and sizes. "Easy Origami" is the perfect book for to introduce this ancient craft to children and adults alike. It contains step-by-step instructions that include both fold diagrams and colour photographs of key directions.

Board Book. Condizione: New. McGraw, Sheila (illustratore). Board Book Format. As every parent knows, there is nothing more stressful than being away from a child even if it's only for a few days. In this heartwarming book, Wendy Tugwood captures perfectly how the love between a mother and child copes with separation.When we're apart I miss you so I wish I didn't have to goI miss your face, your touch, your smell, Your silliness I know so well. I think of how you sing to me, "I love you too. I love you three!" On goes our love and counting gameA game that always ends the same. ?Needing to express how much they love each other, parent and child play the old familiar counting game. The child says "I love you," the parent replies "I love you too," and the child, gleefully, replies "I love you three!" From there they continue counting until they reach "I love you ten."I Love You Too, I Love You Three will delight parents and children alike and children will not only learn their numbers, they will gain assurance that, no matter what happens, the parent's love, like the counting game, will never end.

Hardback. Condizione: New. "It's all in the eyes: those magnificent piercing optics are what make all owls look like they are deep in concentrated scrutiny and steeped in long-lost knowledge" -Matt Swell With their big round eyes that gaze out intensely, owls have long captured our hearts and imaginations. Here, charming images of these mysterious nocturnal raptors are presented with an inspiring compendium of the wise words of wits throughout the ages. The pairing of quotations and images will turn the grumpiest frown upside down. Wisdom of Owls makes the perfect present for a forlorn friend or perky pal, a low loved one or even yourself - no matter what the mood. People quoted include Toni Morrison, C.S. Lewis, Maya Angelou, Abraham Lincoln and, one of the great invokers of owls, William Shakespeare. "Those who are easily shocked should be shocked more often" -Mae West Make somebody smile today-with the delightful Wisdom of Owls.

Hardback. Condizione: New. "Whenever I feel the need to exercise, I lie down until it goes away" -Paul Terry If ever a book could lift your spirits and make you smile - this is it! Wisdom of Sloths is a wise and whimsical book that passes along optimistic and heartfelt messages about idleness and energy, hopes of sleep and dreams. "When the going gets tough, the tough take a nap" -Tom Hopkinson Here for the first time charming images of this entertaining animal are presented with an inspiring compendium of the wise words of wits through the ages. "I've heard that hard work won't kill anyone. But why take the chance?" -W.C Fields The pairing of quotations and images will turn the grumpiest frown upside down. Make somebody smile today with Wisdom of Sloths. "Never put off till tomorrow what may be done the day after tomorrow, just as well." -Mark Twain.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Bianchi, John (illustratore). Winner of the Children's Roundtable Literature Information Book Award.Ideal for inquisitive children and adults alike, astronomer Terence Dickinson's classic guide Exploring the Sky by Day offers fascinating insight into clouds, weather and other phenomena we witness in the sky. The book first introduces the reader to the atmosphere and the 10 types of clouds, and then answers nearly every question a young reader might have about the sky and weather: . How fast do raindrops travel?; What causes a rainbow?; What causes lightning?; Why is the sky blue?; Why are tornadoes so destructive?; And many, many more! The book also covers less common sky phenomena, such as sundogs, haloes and auroras, and discusses more general topics like climate zones, seasons and weather forecasting. Brought to life with dozens of photographs and the colour illustrations of John Bianchi, Exploring the Sky by Day provides an excellent introduction to weather and the atmosphere.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Bianchi, John (illustratore). Winner of the Children's Roundtable Literature Information Book Award.Ideal for inquisitive children and adults alike, astronomer Terence Dickinson's classic guide Exploring the Sky by Day offers fascinating insight into clouds, weather and other phenomena we witness in the sky. The book first introduces the reader to the atmosphere and the 10 types of clouds, and then answers nearly every question a young reader might have about the sky and weather: . How fast do raindrops travel?; What causes a rainbow?; What causes lightning?; Why is the sky blue?; Why are tornadoes so destructive?; And many, many more! The book also covers less common sky phenomena, such as sundogs, haloes and auroras, and discusses more general topics like climate zones, seasons and weather forecasting. Brought to life with dozens of photographs and the colour illustrations of John Bianchi, Exploring the Sky by Day provides an excellent introduction to weather and the atmosphere.

Board Book. Condizione: New. Fernandes, Kim (illustratore). "The Fimo® illustrations are truly fantastic." - BooklistOnce upon a time. . .There was a little mouse that was so tired, that her mummy took her home to have a nap.But the little mouse didn't want to have a nap so she began to cry.Her mummy kisses her and tucks her in the covers, reads her a story and sings her a song. But the little mouse just cries and cries.She cries until her tears fill the room and she floats out the window and down to the sea. And there a wonderful adventure unfolds.Sleepy Little Mouse is a sweet, snuggly naptime story with delightful illustrations that will entrance children, parents. . . and little mice.

Paperback. Condizione: New. The largest wild member of the dog family, the grey wolf stalks much larger mammals, such as the elk, caribou and moose. How does it succeed? Built to run, the long-legged wolf on the hunt uses its powerful sight, hearing, smell and physical strength. But, like the domestic dog, the wolf is a social animal: it lives in a pack. In this fully illustrated introduction, young readers will learn how group living makes sense for the wolf, allowing it to form strong bonds and share tasks like rearing its young, finding food and communicating over long distances. They'll also find out how habitat destruction, poisoning campaigns and hunting have reduced grey wolf populations in much of North America. Full-colour photographs provide close-ups and action shots, while the engaging text, sidebars and captions tell the life history of an animal that researchers agree has one of nature's most engaging personalities.

Board Book. Condizione: New. Fernandes, Kim (illustratore). "Children will find much to like in this pleasing picture book."-- Booklist"A good choice for toddler storytimes and lap sharing."-- School Library JournalOn his lively romp through the barnyard, Little Mouse meets.a dog, a pig, a sheep, a cow, a cat, a duck.and a horseAnd what do the animals say?Why, "Woof, oink, baaa, moo, meow, quack and neigh!", of course!Energetic rhyming text and unique, Fimo® artwork invite children into a world filled with colour, movement and fun.Busy Little Mouse is sure to become a read-aloud favourite at the end of any busy day.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Daisy has built a sandcastle on the beach. After she and Scout go for a walk along the shore, when they get back, she notices her sandcastle has disappeared. Where could it have gone? Join Scout and Daisy as they find clues to solve the Case of the Disappearing Castle. About THE GUMBOOT KIDS SERIES "A most charming and instructive collection of nature mystery books which encourages children to head outside and discover their natural world." - Children's Book News. A celebration of nature, curiosity, discovery and mindfulness! Adapted from the award-winning TV show Scout and the Gumboot Kids, this outstanding series of nature mystery books celebrates the joy and wonder of mindfully exploring the natural world. Perfect for inquisitive young minds, The Gumboot Kids' nature mysteries feature beloved characters, Scout and Daisy, working through a series of clues in order to crack the case. In each mystery, Scout and Daisy confirm their findings with a trip to the library where they verify the evidence they've gathered in nature and solve the mystery before having a mindful moment to reflect on their journey. With beautifully rendered and painstakingly detailed art, Scout and Daisy's adventures are a visual feast that will have kids poring over the pages time and time again. Each book concludes with two pages of field notes on the mystery subject as well as a nature craft inspired by the mystery for kids to try at home.

Paperback. Condizione: New. McGraw, Sheila (illustratore). A young woman holds her newborn sonAnd looks at him lovingly.Softly she sings to him:"I'll love you foreverI'll like you for alwaysAs long as I'm livingMy baby you'll be."So begins the story that has touched the hearts of millions worldwide. Since publication in 1986, Love You Forever has sold more than 37 million copies (as well as hundreds of thousands of copies in Spanish and French).

Paperback. Condizione: New. One day Scout hears a persistent knocking at his door, but when he goes to see who it is, no one is there. Daisy also noticed a knocking sound in the forest when she was walking to Scout's place. Who is making so much noise? Join Scout and Daisy as they find clues to solve the Case of the Noisy Neighbour. Praise for previous titles in the series: "The felted wool mice and their miniature world are adorable and will invite children to savour the tiny details. Charming and informative picture books that will help young children discover nature." - School Library Journal.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Scout had buried some treasured bulbs in his garden in the autumn, but the following spring, he notices his "treasure" has been replaced by some beautiful tulips. Where could his treasure have gone? Join Scout and Daisy as they learn about the life cycle of plant bulbs and solve the Case of the Buried Treasure.About THE GUMBOOT KIDS SERIESCBC Books, Best Books of the Year-- Canadian Picture Books"A most charming and instructive collection of nature mystery books which encourages children to head outside and discover their natural world."-- Children's Book NewsAdapted from the award-winning TV show Scout and the Gumboot Kids, this outstanding series of nature mystery books celebrates the joy and wonder of mindfully exploring the natural world. Perfect for inquisitive young minds, The Gumboot Kids' nature mysteries feature beloved characters, Scout and Daisy, working through a series of clues in order to crack the case. In each mystery, Scout and Daisy confirm their findings with a trip to the library where they verify the evidence they've gathered in nature and solve the mystery before having a mindful moment to reflect on their journey.With beautifully rendered and painstakingly detailed art, Scout and Daisy's adventures are a visual feast that will have kids poring over the pages time and time again. Each book concludes with two pages of field notes on the mystery subject as well as a nature craft inspired by the mystery for kids to try at home.Praise for previous titles in the series:"The felted wool mice and their miniature world are adorable and will invite children to savor the tiny details. Charming and informative picture books that will help young children discover nature."-- School Library Journal.

Paperback. Condizione: New. One day, Daisy is visiting Scout. She tells him about the strangest thing that happened on the way over: when she was walking, she noticed someone tagging along beside her, doing all the same movements she was doing. But who is this tagalong twin? Join Scout and Daisy as they learn about shadows and solve the Case of the Tagalong Twin.About THE GUMBOOT KIDS SERIESAdapted from the award-winning TV show Scout and the Gumboot Kids, this outstanding series of nature mystery books celebrates the joy and wonder of mindfully exploring the natural world. Perfect for inquisitive young minds, The Gumboot Kids' nature mysteries feature beloved characters, Scout and Daisy, working through a series of clues in order to crack the case. In each mystery, Scout and Daisy confirm their findings with a trip to the library where they verify the evidence they've gathered in nature and solve the mystery before having a mindful moment to reflect on their journey.With beautifully rendered and painstakingly detailed art, Scout and Daisy's adventures are a visual feast that will have kids poring over the pages time and time again. Each book concludes with two pages of field notes on the mystery subject as well as a nature craft inspired by the mystery for kids to try at home.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Galí, Mercé (illustratore). Now in Paperback. "Cartoon art and cheeky text mark this as a potty-training book that uses humor to make young readers comfortable with toileting." -- Kirkus An absolute must-have for toilet-resistant kids. Everything I Know About Poop gives parents an innovative and fun way to help their toddlers achieve toilet-training success, especially the stubborn ones. It uses a hilarious story and charming drawings to engage kids and help them understand, verbalize and accept that people need to poop, animals need to poop, we all need to poop! But it's not always easy. Everyone knows how to make a nice poop! And people who do not know, learn sooner or later. If you poop raise your hand! Our little brother poops. Mom and Dad also poop. Even grandma and Grandpa still poop! A hippo poops. With its tail spinning like a helicopter, it flings poop through the air. Yuck! What a mess it makes! Birds know how to poop. Onto people, sometimes. (But not on me!) Grandma has a cute puppy that poops anywhere on the street. You have to pick it up, and throw it away. (The poop, not the dog.) While our very proud cat, prefers to poop in his litter box. What about me? What about you? How do we poop? Kids will find this book hilarious and will commit it to memory.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Daisy has built a sandcastle on the beach. After she and Scout go for a walk along the shore, when they get back, she notices her sandcastle has disappeared. Where could it have gone? Join Scout and Daisy as they find clues to solve the Case of the Disappearing Castle. About THE GUMBOOT KIDS SERIES "A most charming and instructive collection of nature mystery books which encourages children to head outside and discover their natural world." - Children's Book News. A celebration of nature, curiosity, discovery and mindfulness! Adapted from the award-winning TV show Scout and the Gumboot Kids, this outstanding series of nature mystery books celebrates the joy and wonder of mindfully exploring the natural world. Perfect for inquisitive young minds, The Gumboot Kids' nature mysteries feature beloved characters, Scout and Daisy, working through a series of clues in order to crack the case. In each mystery, Scout and Daisy confirm their findings with a trip to the library where they verify the evidence they've gathered in nature and solve the mystery before having a mindful moment to reflect on their journey. With beautifully rendered and painstakingly detailed art, Scout and Daisy's adventures are a visual feast that will have kids poring over the pages time and time again. Each book concludes with two pages of field notes on the mystery subject as well as a nature craft inspired by the mystery for kids to try at home.

Paperback. Condizione: New. McGraw, Sheila (illustratore). A young woman holds her newborn sonAnd looks at him lovingly.Softly she sings to him:"I'll love you foreverI'll like you for alwaysAs long as I'm livingMy baby you'll be."So begins the story that has touched the hearts of millions worldwide. Since publication in 1986, Love You Forever has sold more than 37 million copies (as well as hundreds of thousands of copies in Spanish and French).

Paperback. Condizione: New. One day, Daisy is visiting Scout. She tells him about the strangest thing that happened on the way over: when she was walking, she noticed someone tagging along beside her, doing all the same movements she was doing. But who is this tagalong twin? Join Scout and Daisy as they learn about shadows and solve the Case of the Tagalong Twin.About THE GUMBOOT KIDS SERIESAdapted from the award-winning TV show Scout and the Gumboot Kids, this outstanding series of nature mystery books celebrates the joy and wonder of mindfully exploring the natural world. Perfect for inquisitive young minds, The Gumboot Kids' nature mysteries feature beloved characters, Scout and Daisy, working through a series of clues in order to crack the case. In each mystery, Scout and Daisy confirm their findings with a trip to the library where they verify the evidence they've gathered in nature and solve the mystery before having a mindful moment to reflect on their journey.With beautifully rendered and painstakingly detailed art, Scout and Daisy's adventures are a visual feast that will have kids poring over the pages time and time again. Each book concludes with two pages of field notes on the mystery subject as well as a nature craft inspired by the mystery for kids to try at home.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Scout had buried some treasured bulbs in his garden in the autumn, but the following spring, he notices his "treasure" has been replaced by some beautiful tulips. Where could his treasure have gone? Join Scout and Daisy as they learn about the life cycle of plant bulbs and solve the Case of the Buried Treasure.About THE GUMBOOT KIDS SERIESCBC Books, Best Books of the Year-- Canadian Picture Books"A most charming and instructive collection of nature mystery books which encourages children to head outside and discover their natural world."-- Children's Book NewsAdapted from the award-winning TV show Scout and the Gumboot Kids, this outstanding series of nature mystery books celebrates the joy and wonder of mindfully exploring the natural world. Perfect for inquisitive young minds, The Gumboot Kids' nature mysteries feature beloved characters, Scout and Daisy, working through a series of clues in order to crack the case. In each mystery, Scout and Daisy confirm their findings with a trip to the library where they verify the evidence they've gathered in nature and solve the mystery before having a mindful moment to reflect on their journey.With beautifully rendered and painstakingly detailed art, Scout and Daisy's adventures are a visual feast that will have kids poring over the pages time and time again. Each book concludes with two pages of field notes on the mystery subject as well as a nature craft inspired by the mystery for kids to try at home.Praise for previous titles in the series:"The felted wool mice and their miniature world are adorable and will invite children to savor the tiny details. Charming and informative picture books that will help young children discover nature."-- School Library Journal.

Board Book. Condizione: New. McGraw, Sheila (illustratore). Board Book Format. As every parent knows, there is nothing more stressful than being away from a child even if it's only for a few days. In this heartwarming book, Wendy Tugwood captures perfectly how the love between a mother and child copes with separation.When we're apart I miss you so I wish I didn't have to goI miss your face, your touch, your smell, Your silliness I know so well. I think of how you sing to me, "I love you too. I love you three!" On goes our love and counting gameA game that always ends the same. ?Needing to express how much they love each other, parent and child play the old familiar counting game. The child says "I love you," the parent replies "I love you too," and the child, gleefully, replies "I love you three!" From there they continue counting until they reach "I love you ten."I Love You Too, I Love You Three will delight parents and children alike and children will not only learn their numbers, they will gain assurance that, no matter what happens, the parent's love, like the counting game, will never end.

Hardback. Condizione: New. Frankel, Alona (illustratore).

Paperback. Condizione: New. A colourful and easy-to-use book filled with new and traditional origami toy projects that will delight, amuse and inspire paper folders of all ages and skill levels. Even a beginner or a child can fold them all, since every flying model is worked out meticulously, down to the smallest details. Each project is fully illustrated with step-by-step colour diagrams and instructions and a full size colour photograph of what the result will look like. 26 different designs of flying and wind-powered toys, including: delta wing, dart, glider, aerobatic, twirler, rotor, propellor, frisbee, silent spinner, windmill, chopper, stealth flyer.

Board Book. Condizione: New. McGraw, Sheila (illustratore). Booksellers have sold more than 30 million copies of LOVE YOU FOREVER in paperback and hardback. Now we have a board version, printed on light, crisp whiteboard and slightly reduced for child-sized hands. Yet it contains every word of the original, which is much-loved by grandparents and parents everywhere. A young mother holds her baby, and while she sings to it she rocks it back and forth. And through her life, and the stages of his life, she holds her son and rocks him back and forth as she tells him that she will love him forever.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Bianchi, John (illustratore). 'Exploring the Night Sky' is aimed at novice star gazers anxious to expand their astronomical repertoire beyond the Big and Little Dippers. Dickinson has designed a superb introduction to astronomy that is clear, concise, beautifully illustrated, and very "user friendly" no matter what the child's age. AUTHOR: Terence Dickinson is a prolific science writer specializing in astronomy. More than one million copies of his books are in print. He is the recipient of many national and international science awards, including the New York Academy of Sciences Book of the Year Award and the Royal Canadian Institute's Sandford Fleming Medal. He live near Kingston, Ontario. Dickinson's new edition of Nightwatch has already sold over 75,000 copies. Illustrated.

Paperback. Condizione: New. A colourful and easy-to-use book filled with new and traditional origami toy projects that will delight, amuse and inspire paper folders of all ages and skill levels. Even a beginner or a child can fold them all, since every flying model is worked out meticulously, down to the smallest details. Each project is fully illustrated with step-by-step colour diagrams and instructions and a full size colour photograph of what the result will look like. 26 different designs of flying and wind-powered toys, including: delta wing, dart, glider, aerobatic, twirler, rotor, propellor, frisbee, silent spinner, windmill, chopper, stealth flyer.

Paperback. Condizione: New. A pocket-sized origami book with 500 pages and basic folding instructions. This book features 250 double-sided origami papers decorated with original designs and patterns by Mayumi Jezewski. Sixteen pages of basic folding instructions are illustrated and explained with arrows and clear lines - perfect for beginners. The Guardian newspaper called origami "2016's craft trend" and reported that sales of origami books have surged as customers look for alternatives to the popular colouring books. Like colouring, origami presents children and adults with a creative meditative challenge away from the screen. Origami has no age barrier and benefits everyone, from children to the elderly. Studies show that origami activates the whole brain. It develops eye-hand coordination, sequencing skills, attention skills, temporal spatial skills, mathematical reasoning, language skills and patience. It also promotes hand and finger dexterity.