'A is for Activist' is an ABC board book written and illustrated for the next generation of progressives: families who want their kids to grow up in a space that is unapologetic about activism, environmental justice, civil rights, LGBTQ rights and everything else that activists believe in and fight for. The alliteration, rhyming and vibrant illustrations make the book exciting for children, while the issues depicted resonate with their parents' values of community, equality and justice. This engaging little book carries huge messages as it inspires hope for the future.

Look at the natural world around you. Closer now. Can you find the letter "A" in a jumble of tree roots, the letter "I" in a cattail, the letter "O" in a bird's nest? Joe Rossi traveled the state in search of all the letters of the alphabet, photographing scenes from Granite Falls to Chippewa National Forest, from Bemidji to St. Paul. Turn these pages and see what he found: does his imagination match yours?

The plants and animals and rocks in Joe's pictures can teach us a lot about Minnesota's natural world: Did you know that Native Americans used the fluffy down from cattails to pad diapers and moccasins (here, the letter "I")? Or that the American white pelican (letter "J") teams up to herd fish--its dinner-- into shallow water? Or that the name Minnesota means "sky-colored water" (letter "H")?

Celebrated children's book author David LaRochelle takes readers on an adventure inspired by this natural alphabet and encourages everyone to look more closely at what treasures the outdoors holds.

All across this wondrous state
Letters A through Z await . . .
Zig and zagging, great and grand
Letters made by nature's hand.

Award-winning photographer Joe Rossi worked at the "St. Paul Pioneer Press "for more than twenty years. He lives in northern Minnesota. David LaRochelle is the award-winning author of "The End "and "The Best Pet of All." He lives in White Bear Lake.

Each book in the series focuses on practising skills in one key preschool concept. Each page consists of a number of activities to be completed. Beautiful full-colour illustrations as well as our loveable Smart-kids characters add humour to the series and develop a real love of learning.

Featuring all the a-z Letterland characters, this delightful flap book provides a fun and interactive way of familiarising very young children with the letters of the alphabet. Each colourful spread shows a lively scene, with two or three Letterlanders. Lifting the flap, they discover the full alphabet sequence. The unique combination of simple text and fun, interactive illustrations makes this a book that young children will enjoy coming back to again and again. Size is 54 x 226mm of 16 pages.

A is for Aardvark
B is for Bakkie
C is for Cango Caves ...

A lively book to learn your ABC but also a colourfully illustrated guide to South Africa, its celebrated places and well-known objects.

Seasoned illustrator Sandy Lightley’s bright illustrations bring the country to life while fostering an awareness of sounds and letters. There are fun questions about the elements on each page; and a parents’ guide at the back, with addresses and contact numbers, outlines key activities and places of interest, and will facilitate visits to the major sights and attractions.

Aimed at tourists and locals alike, this vibrant book will delight and inform.

With thick pages cut into the shape of each letter, children and parents will enjoy this peek-through guessing game around the letterform itself. Sprinkles, hot fudge, and cherries hint at I's ice cream sundae, while aquarium accessories hint at F's fish. As readers interact with the pages, they will familiarize themselves not only with the 26 letters and associated words, but also with each letter's physicality-angles, holes, and curves, both front and back. With Peskimo's animated, stylish visuals, this fresh ABC book encourages readers to manipulate the alphabet in a whole new way. Note: illustrations have a retro feel, with imperfect variations in color and texture. Also available: A BOX OF BLOCKS, featuring Alphablock, Countablock, and Dinoblock.Praise for AlphablockSTARRED REVIEW "All the parts together make an appealing and fun way for youngsters to interact with the alphabet, and for slightly older children to enjoy the clever artwork." -School Library Journal, starred review "The straightforward vocabulary, cheery vintage-style graphics, and neat incorporation of cut-out letters make for a sharply designed package." -Publishers Weekly "With a pleasing, retro feel, Peskimo's art uses bold colors in a slightly muted hue and the weathered look of woodblock prints... A visually captivating delight for careful little ones." -Kirkus Reviews "While it's graphically sophisticated enough to please adults, little children can happily flip through this book on their own." -The New York Times "The baby, toddler or nursery-schooler who tears the gift wrapping off Christopher Franceschelli's Alphablock may think that she has just opened a toy, for how lively and tactile the thing in her hands will be." -The Wall Street JournalAwardsParents 10 Best Children's Books of 2013 Notable Children's Books from ALSC 2014

Learn your alphabet with Paddington Bear! Toddlers will love learning their first letters with the bear from Peru. With simple words, bright colourful images from the animated preschool TV series, The Adventures of Paddington, and sturdy board pages this book is a great introduction to the alphabet for preschoolers.

Learning the alphabet is a lot more fun with clever die-cuts and kaleidoscopic artwork. Peek through an ant-shaped opening to see an intricate pattern made of colorful objects, animals, and graphic shapes. Turn the page, and the letters ABC emerge, as the pattern expands to include many more components. Can you find one armadillo hidden among them? Two bicycles? Three camels? With an equally jam-packed spread for every three letters of the alphabet, this stylish search-and-find concept book promises hours of mesmerizing activity for young children.

An award-winning alphabet book that encourages playful movement and learning.a Skate along the Ice for I! For J we Jam and Jive. Ka s for Kicking as you swim and float and splash and dive.a ? Watch the alphabet come to life as children run and twirl and jump and play and learn their way through the ABCs! Combining movement and learning, this imaginative alphabet book teaches young learners not only how to move from A to Z but also how to creatively have fun as they stay active and keep their bodies healthy and strong. The book includes a special section for parents and educators with tips for using movement to teach problem-solving, listening, and other social and emotional skills.

The Highlights(TM) Big Fun Book of Preschool Activities offers over 200 pages of age-appropriate, Common Core--related activities that reinforce getting ready for school and what kids are already learning in the classroom. The book provides engaging and satisfying learning-based puzzles and games that kids will find both fun and challenging. Exercises include ABCs, 123s, matching, opposites, colors, shapes, and much more. In addition, the book includes an introduction with helpful tips for parents on working through and discussing the activities with their preschoolers. Developed by experts who understand the combination of fun and learning like no one else, these books deliver a unique and engaging learning experience. Curriculum includes: ABCs Word recognition 123s Number names Story basics Matching Colors Shapes Opposites Sorting Patterns

Tell little ones just how much you love them with Alphabet Love--a heart-shaped board book that introduces children to the alphabet and celebrates everyday moments of love. "C is for cuddle, wrapped up so tight. D is for dancing, twirling all night." If you are looking for an alphabet book to give you the warm fuzzies, look no further. This sturdy board book highlights all the little moments that toddlers share with their loved ones throughout the day, from blowing bubbles, to exploring outside, to reading a book before bed. With cheerful, rhyming text and bright, playful illustrations, Alphabet Love makes it easy and fun to learn the ABCs.

Aa is for always- that's how long I'll love you for. Bb is for bear hug, to show I love you more. Discover all the ways we can say we love one another with this beautiful ABC board book. Gentle rhyming text and adorable animal characters introduce little learners to the concept of love and the many ways we can show it. From making others feel like they fit in and belong, to sharing special moments, there are so many little acts of kindness that can make others feel loved. With chunky pages and soothing pastel colours, this is the perfect book to read with your little one before bed. A delicate first-concepts book about learning the alphabet and learning to be kind. From the author and illustrator of ABC of Kindness, 123 of Thankfulness, Friendship is Forever and Happiness is a Rainbow.