This wonderful book makes a great birthday gift for students and lovers of science!
Star Seeker
A Journey to Outer Space
Journey through the night sky on a poetic trip that blends adventure, imagination and science to teach the basics of our solar system. Includes end notes about the planets, stars, moons, constellations and even a little mythology. The hardcover edition includes a poster of the solar system. ($16.99)
Learn how different cultures around the world set out to live in harmony with the natural world. The seven folk tales are each followed by a hands-on activity that promotes green living and reinforces the eco-messages of the stories.
Ages 5 to 11 years Compiled By: Dawn Casey Illustrated By: Anne Wilson
Now $16.99
Whole World
Connect with the whole wide, wonderful world with this green book that rejoices in the marvels of our environment. The catchy rhyme in this new take on a traditional spiritual begs to be sung aloud. Includes lots of facts about the Earth's eco systems and tips on how to be eco-conscious. Include CD sung by acclaimed children's performer Fred Penner.
We are donating ten percent of sales from Whole World to benefit global conservation.
Ages 3 to 7 years Illustrated By: Christopher Corr Sung By: Fred Penner Hardcover Book $16.99
Whole World Gift Set
A great way to teach children about the planet
Sing along and experience the eco-excitement with the hardcover edition of Whole World with music CD and the paperback edition of Whole World: Fun Eco Activities book, packed in a reusable green shopper tote with gift tag to personalize.
Ages 3 to 7 years $20.00
Yoga Planet
50 Fun Activities for a Greener World
Try out each of the fifty poses and games in this interactive deck to feel connected to the Earth's elements. Written by Yoga Ed., each of the cards is in line with one of the planet's natural elements: air, earth, fire, water and space.
Founded by Tara Guber, Yoga Ed. develops and produces health and wellness courses, trainings and products for teachers, parents, children and health professionals that improve academic achievement, physical fitness, emotional intelligence and stress management. To find out more about Yoga Ed., please visit www.yogaed.com
For all ages Written By: Leah Kalish, Tara Guber Illustrated By: Sophie Fatus
I'll be in the garden caring for my vegetables! How will you celebrate Earth Day? Your comments are welcomed and encouraged! Thanks for stopping by. I hope you enjoy your stay at Barefoot Books-LadyD
I am headed over to the Friday Farmer's Market in our local town to set up my display for fairies, fairy books, princess puppets and more. I love meeting new people, and talking with talented craftsmen.
I was pleasantly surprised to see this gorgeous card! I found it at this very cute blog My Cardz
Barefoot Books offers many wonderful children's books for princesses. Here are a few:
The Barefoot Book of Faeries
Delight in the wonder of faerie lands with the poems, stories and legends in this colorful collection. Humor, fantasy, magic and wit all come together to introduce readers to the faerie realm. Book with CD editions include stories and poems read by Tanya Robyn Batt.
Ages 4 to 9 years Retold By: Tanya Robyn Batt Illustrated By: Gail Newey You'll enjoy reading and hearing stories and poems from England and Ireland!
The Barefoot Book of Fairy Tales
Awake with Sleeping Beauty in the faraway land of fairy tales. The twelve classic stories in this exquisite book are teeming with magic, wonder, action and drama, as new life is breathed into some of the world's favorite tales.
Ages 5 to 11 years Retold By: Malachy Doyle Illustrated By: Nicoletta Ceccoli You will enjoy the artistry and classic storytelling.
Meet seven very strong and special princesses in this collection drawn from sources from around the world. Each faces challenges and trials, and each finds a way to triumph with bravery, compassion, ingenuity and a little bit of luck. Book with CD editions include stories read by Margaret Wolfson.
Ages 4 to 9 years Retold By: Caitlín Matthews Illustrated By: Olwyn Whelan Narrated By: Margaret Wolfson This book is a compilation of seven classic tales about princesses. Children of all ages will delight in these bedtime stories with colorful illustrations.
View pages from these books to see more colorful illustrations at LadyD's Market Place
Thanks for stopping by. I hope you enjoy your stay at Barefoot Books-LadyD Take off your shoes and go barefoot!
Barefoot Books offers a popular reading book in various formats about a white bear. I'm very fond of Nicoletta Ceccoli's beautiful illustrations!
The Princess and White Bear King
Ride along with the beautiful princess and the majestic white bear on a voyage in the snowy north. When the young princess inadvertently betrays the mysterious white bear, she must prove her loyalty and strength through a series of trying tasks, in order to regain her lost chance at happiness. Book with CD editions include story read by actressMiranda Richardson.
Ages 5 to 11 years
Retold By: Tanya Robyn Batt
Illustrated By: Nicoletta Ceccoli
Narrated By: Miranda Richardson
Another popular item Barefoot Books offers are puppets. The polar bear puppet goes well with the children's book, The Princess and White Bear King for your gift giving.
Polar Bear Puppet
Brrr! This plush polar bear hand puppet features movable head and arms, a soft vinyl nose, and rubber claws, and is fashioned with ultra-soft, micro fiber fabrics.
Journey through the night sky on a poetic trip that blends adventure, imagination and science to teach the basics of our solar system. Includes endnotes about the planets, stars, moons, constellations and even a little mythology. The hardcover edition includes a poster of the solar system.
Ages 5 to 11 years
Written By: Theresa Heine
Illustrated By: Victor Tavares
About The Book:
From the jacket cover - "With a zigzag of lightning I'll speak Pluto's light, and fireworks will blaze in the dark of the night." What a great way to travel the Solar System! One learns about the stars, the planets and stirs the imagination all while looking at beautiful illustrations. This is an easy to read book with great illustrations from Victor Tavares. Each page sparks the imagination. Perhaps you will bake ginger cookies on Venus or throw a frisbee at Uranus. Maybe with your lunar lasso you'll loop Saturn's bright rings. Theresa Heine's poetic language is a fun way to learn about our solar system.
I love this book. It is $7.99 but now til Jan. 31, 2010 it is still on sale for $4.99 If you like, visit my market place for purchase:http://ladyd.barefootbooks.com
Gather round the hearth to share these wintry tales. Drawn from countries and cultures all around the world, these eight stories express the magnificent and unique aspects of the winter season, and each story is preceded by an introduction with background information on its origins.
Ages 5 and up Retold By: Caitlín Matthews Illustrated By: Helen Cann About The Book: Well-written, Educational, Multicultural, Stories, Great illustrations
When the wind starts howling and the days are noticeably shorter, it is time to stay inside and snuggle up with your children and read a good book! Starting around Halloween, Fireside Stories is the perfect book to read. The stories are well written and tell both young and old of holiday traditions from around the world. Children will love learning about other cultures and the stories act as a springboard for you to discuss your family's own holiday traditions and beliefs.
A collection of stories woven into this beautiful hardcover book express the magnificent and unique aspects of the winter season. Caitlin Matthews lifelong interest in folklore and storytelling shows brilliantly through Fireside Stories along with Helen Cann's beautiful winter wonderland pictures. I especially love the colorful border designs that go with each special story!
By The Fireside begins with: "When the nights grow long and the days grow short, when summer is a distant memory and the cold and darkness of winter an ever-present reality, it is good to sit by the fireside and tell stories."
The Stories: A Story for Halloween The Lonely Boatman
Scotland A Story for the First Snowfall The Winter Cabin
Russia
From "The Animal's Winter Home" in Alexander Afanasiev's collection The Three Kingdoms: Russian Folk Tales, Raduga Publishers. A Story for Christmas Eve Schnitzle, Schnotzle & Schnootzle
Austria
From Sawyer, Ruth, The Long Christmas, Viking Press. A Story for the New Year The Cantor Of The Trees
Russia
From Eisenberg, Azriel & Leah Ain Globe, The Secret Weapon and other stories of Faith and Valor, Soncino Press. A Story for Midwinter The Twelve Brothers Czech Republic
From Williams, Harcourt, Tales from Ebony, Nattali & Maurice Ltd, London, 1947 A Story for Twelfth Night Babushka
Russia
From Robbins, Ruth, Baboushka and the Three Kings
A Story for the Return of the Sun The Bag of Warmth
Canada
From "Legends of the Slavery Indians of the MacKenzie River" in The Journal of American Folklore A Story for the Coming of Spring The Cailleach Of The Snows
Scotland
Mackenzie, Donald, Wonder Tales From Scottish Myth amd Legend, Blackie & Son Ltd, London
Matthews, Caitlin, King Arthur and the Goddess of the Land, Rochester IL., Inner Traditions.
Book can be purchased at my market place for $19.99 http://ladyd.barefootbooks.com So tell me, do you have a favorite? Although our nights here in California may not be as chilly as where you are, still it is an enchanting evening for me to gather around a warm fire and read to my Grandson. So very difficult to choose a favorite because each story is unique and special in its own way... I suppose just like snowflakes!
Happy Reading,
LadyD
"A captivating holiday tale of adventure and courage"
Far away in the distant north, a beautiful princess meets a mysterious white bear, and embarks with him on a breathtaking journey. Combining remarkable artwork with lyrical storytelling, this tale brings together the major themes of three Northern European wonder tales, creating an unforgettable adventure.
"Ceccoli provides gently incandescent acrylic, pencil, and oil pastel illustrations, the clean color and softly dappled light filling the pages. Changing perspectives in the full-page images makes each spread a surprise." -Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books
Ride along with the beautiful princess and the majestic white bear on a voyage in the snowy north. When the young princess inadvertently betrays the mysterious white bear, she must prove her loyalty and strength through a series of trying tasks, in order to regain her lost chance at happiness. Book with CD editions include story read by actress Miranda Richardson.
Ages 5 to 11 years Retold By: Tanya Robyn Batt Illustrated By: Nicoletta Ceccoli Narrated By: Miranda Richardson About The Book:
The basis of this story is told in many cultures, with slight differences. Tanya Robyn Batt's telling is wonderful, and Nicoletta Ceccoli's illustrations are simply enchanting! This is a story of honesty, bravery, kindness and devotion. Miranda Richardson's narration is a fun addition. Paperback with story CD is $9.99 You just might want to purchase this adorable polar bear puppet, too! You can visit my marketplace at http://ladyd.barefootbooks.com
Polar Bear Puppet
Brrr! This plush polar bear hand puppet features movable head and arms, a soft vinyl nose, and rubber claws, and is fashioned with ultra-soft, micro fiber fabrics.
For those who haven't done their Barefoot shopping this season and for those who have more to do, I have exciting news! From Wednesday, Dec. 9th - Tuesday, Dec. 15th shop at http://ladyd.barefootbooks.com and receive 30% off your order and Free Shipping on ALL orders (no order minimum!). Just enter SNOWY as your special offer code! Be sure to check out the Gift Sets and Gift Collections for an even bigger discount and a free eco-friendly bag or tote. I especially like the PBS Gift Set for $19.99!
* PBS KIDS Global Gift Set PBS KIDS and Barefoot Books are committed to guiding kids on their own special journey of discovery and growth. So reach into your eco-bag and get ready for an adventure with your little explorer! In these paperback Barefoot Books, children learn to count in Swahili, learn to speak Spanish in Mexico and are introduced to the gods and goddesses of ancient Egypt. $5.00 from the sale of this product goes to support PBS. Your purchase helps PBS KIDS provide opportunities for all children – from every walk of life – to explore and grow.
Ages 4 to 10 years
Enchanted Tales Gift Collection Fantasy and fairy tales
Let your imagination run wild with tales of princesses, ballerinas, fairies, magical horses and more. Packaged in a beautiful, colorful canvas tote bag with a gift tag to personalize.
Featuring The Barefoot Book of Princesses with story CD, Magic Hoofbeats: Fantastic Horse Tales with accompanying My Magic Diary, The Faerie’s Gift gift edition with story CD, The Princess and the White Bear King gift edition with story CD, The Barefoot Book of Fairy Tales, The Barefoot Book of Ballet Stories, and a Princesses 100-piece puzzle.
Ages 5 and up
Barefoot Singalong Gift Set Jump and jive to these fun singalong collections. Get ready to sing and dance along to these lively tunes! Barefoot best-sellers The Animal Boogie, The Journey Home from Grandpa’s, and The Farmyard Jamboree — all with singalong CDs — are packaged in an eco-friendly, reusable green shopper tote with gift tag to personalize.
Ages 2 to 6 years
Here, There and Everywhere Gift Set Hop aboard and get ready for an adventure! Travel by land, sea and air, with these stories on the go! Featuring The Journey Home from Grandpa's with music CD, We All Go Traveling By with music CD, I Wish I Were a Pilot and Ship Shapes, all packed in a reusable green shopper tote with gift tag to personalize.
Please note that this photo includes The Magic Train Ride, which is not currently featured in this gift set.
Ages 2 to 7 years
ABC's and 123's Gift Set Enrich young minds & imaginations Develop counting and alphabet skills with these fun and educational books. Featuring Alligator Alphabet, Counting Cockatoos, One Moose, Twenty Mice and Zoe and her Zebra. Packed in an eco-friendly, reusable green shopper tote with a gift tag to personalize.
Ages 1 to 4 years
Barefoot Bear Gift Set Start on an adventure with Bear! Visit Bear's world to learn about shapes, color, transportation and weather. These six board books are packed in an eco-friendly, reusable green shopper tote with a gift tag to personalize.
Featuring Bear in a Square, Bear on a Bike, Bear at Home, Bear at Work, Bear About Town and Bear in Sunshine.
Ages 1 to 4 years
All in all there are about 27 different barefoot Books gift Sets ranging from $14.00 - $150.00
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G Activities
Grocery Store Cards Submitted by Teddy Cut out pictures of different foods from ads or coupons and paste them on a Index card. Make them look like playing cards by writing the name (and/or food group) on the top and bottom of the picture. You can use these cards in many, many different ways. Some ideas are:
* Go Fish (Using Food Groups) * Concentration * Sorting * Making Picture Grocery List
Clear Garden
Let your children see how plants sprout and then form root systems. Wet paper towels and put them in clear plastic cups. Finally sprinkle radish seed on the paper towel until the seeds are clearly visible. Set the cups in the sun and keep the towels moist, you will have growth in no time.
Growing Grass
Dampen a sponge and then put grass seed on the top of it. Next pour water over the sponge let your children watch as the grass grows over the next few weeks.
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