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On the Day You Were Born "On the eve of your birth ... the Earth and her creatures with the Sun and the Moon all moved in their places, each ready to greet you the very first moment of the very first day you arrived." Text like this and beautiful illustrations make this a lovely book to enjoy with your child. It will help children understand how each of us is received not just by our family, but by the universe and its gentle ways. Older children will enjoy the story, illustrations and references to migrating animals. A glossary in the back of the book gives a good understanding of each migrating animal mentioned in the book. Like all children, Jessica likes to hear the story about the day she was born. I believe this is a book that can be read to a child in the cradle, then enjoyed by both of you as the child grows. |
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 ALLISEE1930 $16.00 hc |
All I See is Part of Me With starry-eyed illustrations this book helps us understand how we are one with the universe. A little boy realizes he is not just "a little body" and asks the sun "Who are you?" and gets the response, "We are one." As he gazes out his window at night he sees the light of "Sister Star" within himself. I think this book does a good job of introducing somewhat advanced thought in a warm and appealing manner. An excellent choice for those looking for a book that speaks to young children about spiritual consciousness. It touches the soul. (48 pages) |
 CHILDEA2070 $14.95 Special order - can deliver in 10-14 days |
Children of the Earth Remember With beautiful colorful illustrations this book speaks to the animals and how "they remember Mother Earth before there were people." And, now that there are people we realize that "when dolphins play people remember." We are reminded to share our earth and protect our planet. This one is a real joy for nature lovers and those that enjoy simple yet inspirational picture books with touching text . (32 pgs) |
 FAMEAR6020 $14.95 |
Family of Earth Schim Schimmel Nature, human & animal relations - sharing the earth ages: preschool to 8 years old This treasure-book of words and images is guaranteed to make you view the world in a whole new way. Author/artist Schim Schimmel reminds us that even though the world may look different to each of us - from the vast, green forests of the gorilla to the endless grassy plains of the lion - there is only one Earth, and we all share it. Through simple, poetic text and 23 lush color paintings, kids and grownups alike will get the message that we are all part of the same Family of Earth |
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Galimoto This Reading Rainbow selection is a delight to read aloud to children. The "galimoto" is a push toy made by the little boy in the story using ingenuity and recycled items. I like it because it inspires creativity and as a reminder that we can make our own toys and cherish them as much if not more than ones purchased. |
 GIVTH2260 $5.95 pb |
Giving Thanks: A Native American Good
Morning Message A simple picture book that touches the heart as it reminds us to say thank you and honor "mother earth," "elder brother sun," "grandfather thunder" and all the family of earth that bring us the gifts we take for granted. (24 pgs) |
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The Great Kapok Tree This "Reading Rainbow" favorite tells the story of the rain forest through the eyes of the animals who live in the Great Kapok tree. The animals convince a man not to cut down the tree that gives life to all of us. (36 pgs) |
 Rainforest : Eye Wonder series RAINEYE6210 $9.95 |
Rainforest Open your eyes to a world of discovery. "Prowl through the undergrowth and meet the amazing creatures that lurk there. Favorite animals such as tigers, snakes, and chimpanzees rub shoulders with marmosets, katydids, and sloths, and every animal is shown in its correct layer of the forest. Dramatic, atmospheric photography provides a wealth of visual information. Packed with facts and written in an accessible style, Eye Wonders are the perfect educational start for young children. A ground breaking reference series specially developed for younger children aged five plus. In a stunning style departure for DK, wonderful photography shows subjects within their natural setting, offering a whole new level of information through powerful images. Vocabulary is accessible to children aged five plus, with the meanings of new, subject-related words clearly explained. The series provides an excellent knowledge base on the natural world for children starting to learn. The combination of breathtaking visuals and informative, accurate text will hook even those children who usually avoid books." |
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Ocean: Eyewitness Books "Discover the watery world that covers the earth's surface-sunlit shadows, mysterious depths, and amazing ocean wildlife. Here is an exciting and informative guide to the natural history, geology, and exploration of the world's vast oceans. Superb, color photographs of incredible submersibles, realistic models of the sea floor, and the remarkable animals and plants that make up marine life offer a unique "eyewitness" view of the ocean's hidden wealth. Learn how a monitoring buoy measure temperature, about the world's major currents, why a hermit crab finds a second home, and how the earth's plates form and much, much more." |
 OBO2620 $16.00 hc |
OBO In this Wizard of Oz-like fable, a little monkey risks the perils of the rain forest and savannah animals in search of paradise. Like Dorothy, Obo discovers that paradise is exactly where you want it to be, and there is "no place like home". Older children will appreciate the glossary of rain forest animals and the challenge of a matching game. |
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Old Turtle Douglas Wood Nature, earth, human-animal relations, who/what is God This enchanting book for children and adults, promotes a deeper understanding of the earth and our relationship with all the beings who inhabit it. All of creation begins arguing over who or what God is until quiet Old Turtle speaks his shares his wisdom and ability to see beyond herself to capture the essence of God and spirit. She finally speaks out, encompassing the beliefs of all creatures to affirm God, and predicts the appearance of a new "family of beings" in the world. These are the humans who begin their arguing among themselves over the nature of God. Then finally, when humans start listening to the mountains, winds, stones, and stars that they actually begin to hear and heal the earth |
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Old Turtle and the Broken Truth Douglas Wood nature, spirit ages: kindergarten and up This profoundly moving fable is an inspirational companion to the timeless beauty of "Old Turtle," in which a young girl seeks the wisdom of the ancient Old Turtle to help her people. A soulful new tale about the wise old turtle who advocates listening to the "language of breezes...learning lessons from stones and animals and trees and stars." In this story, a truth falls from the stars, breaking in half when it lands. Crow, Fox, Coyote, and Raccoon, each pick up this piece of truth but discard it because of its rough edges and broken nature. But when a human being finds it, noting the words "You Are Loved" written on it, he and his people cherish it as their most important possession. Time passes, and jealousy, fear, and anger rise up in the people who hold this Great Truth, as well as in those who do not have it. The world begins to suffer. Finally, it's up to a little girl to seek understanding and a solution to the woes of the world. |
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The Shaman's Apprentice |
The Shaman's Apprentice An easy to read and understand story that will introduce your child to the rain forest plants, a shaman (medicine man) and how we can work together to save the rain forests. It is told through the eyes of a little boy who lives in the rain forest, and after being saved by the shaman, wishes to become one. The end pages picture plants of the rain forest and site a medicinal benefit. Today, soon-to-be-six-year-old Jessica picked up the book, flipped to the end pages and said, "Mommy, I want to know more about the medicines in the rain forest." She also asked that I add it to her list of "double double" favorites. (40 pages) |
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