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Children's Nonfiction Alphabet

The Canadian Shield Alphabet

by (author) Myrna Guymer

illustrated by RoseMarie Condon

Publisher
Your Nickel's Worth Publishing
Initial publish date
Sep 2008
Category
Alphabet, Native Canadian, General
Recommended Age
6 to 12
Recommended Grade
1 to 7
  • Paperback / softback

    ISBN
    9781894431286
    Publish Date
    Sep 2008
    List Price
    $19.95

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Description

A beautifully illustrated and informative colour children's picture book, The Canadian Shield Alphabet is chock full of interesting and little-known facts that highlight, letter by letter, the vast regions of the Canadian Shield -- a 4.8 million square kilometre area (almost half of Canada!) -- and the people who live there.

About the authors

"Myrna Guymer combines her life-long love of the outdoors with her passion for history and geography to bring life to her work. An avid sportswoman, she is a writer, researcher, educator, traveller and is prone to seeking adventures off the beaten path. Her many experiences within the Canadian Shield and abroad fire her desire to write and share.

Myrna Guymer's profile page

RoseMarie Condon finds her inspiration in the Canadian wilderness and its flora and fauna. Extensive travels between the Atlantic, Pacific and Arctic oceans have taught her much about Canada and its peoples. RoseMarie is an award-winning fine artist, photographer and writer. Also an illustrator and designer, she has employed her love of whimsy to create children's games, books, toys and animated Christmas windows. RoseMarie's studio is in the jewel of the City of Kawartha Lakes, Fenelon Falls, Ontario.

RoseMarie Condon's profile page

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