ABCs & 123s

Name: The ABC Book
Brand: Charles Buckles Falls
SKU: 9781429096874
Price: 19.95 USD
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Children's picture books and board books that introduce letters and numbers to little readers!

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The ABC Book

Hardcover

$19.95

Louisiana Animals ABC

It's Great to Be an Acadiana Kid

Paperback

$6.95

F Is for French Quarter

F Is for Firefighting

Hardcover

$16.99

St. Patrick's Day Alphabet

What Do You Want to Be? ABC

Hardcover

$19.99

Thanksgiving Day Alphabet

Paperback

$8.95

Rio Grande Valley ABC

The ABC Book

9781429096874

$19.95

With its bold designs and striking color, this ABC book, originally illustrated in 1923 by acclaimed American artist Charles Buckles Falls, continues to enchant modern readers.

Known for his graphic design and illustration, Falls applied his talents to the world of children's early learning books. The captivating, colorful, and bold timeless drawings were cut on wood blocks, lending the prints a tactile, enduring feel. The ABC Book helped prove that American authors could produce exceptional illustrated children’s books on par with their British peers.

Louisiana Animals ABC

9781455626731

$19.99

Artful images grace the pages of this alphabet book; a visual feast of Louisiana’s wildlife accompanied by informative facts and lyrical descriptions. Author and bard Rickey E. Pittman takes us on an adventure through the wilds of the state, embracing each animal’s nature and providing short snippets of information perfect for the littlest of listeners and the youngest readers. Graceful images from artist Kay Meadows enhance Pittman’s prose providing a gorgeous snapshot of these creatures from alligators, crawfish, and fox to opossums, pelican, vultures, and yellow jackets. Z brings us right into a list of Louisiana’s edutaining zoos. Pittman offers a bit of lagniappe wrapped in Meadows clever illustrations in lists of the Louisiana state animals, fun Cajun French words for familiar wildlife, a list of troublesome species, and a list of critters we need to protect.

Cajun ABC

9781455625970

$19.99

“Pass” a good time in Acadiana in this tour of Cajun country and culture! The sights, sounds, and smells of all things Cajun two-step off the page, introduced letter by letter in alphabetical order. From the alligators in the bayou to the stars of the zydeco stage, the food, music, literature, and language unique to the people of southern Louisiana are delightfully rhymed and beautifully illustrated. From the smallest details of daily life to the fantastical “fifolet” of Cajun folklore, the spirit and the spice of Cajun country infuse these pages. Author Rickey Pittman includes maps of Acadiana, a graph showing the concentration of Cajun speakers by parish, and a glossary of terms. On each page, artist Alexis Braud hides a pelican just waiting to be found by emerging readers.

The Modern ABC Book

9781429006057

$19.99

Discover a Lost Classic ABC Book from L is for Locomotive to Z is for Zeppelin

Acclaimed American artist and illustrator Charles Buckles Falls followed up his successful and groundbreaking ABC Book with this striking Modern ABC Book, published in 1930. Featuring modern Art Deco–inspired lettering and vibrant coloring, Falls’s stylish woodblock alphabet remains attractive and enticing today. From “E is for Electric Engine” to “S is for Skyscraper,” these incredible illustrations reflect the excitement of new technology and industry that continue to define the American spirit.

It's Great to Be an Acadiana Kid

9781455624249

$6.95

This ain’t your mamere’s coloring book! It’s got gators, and gumbo, and a rougarou, mais oui! From the creator of It’s Great to Be a Nola Kid comes another delightful coloring adventure, this time through Cajun country. Each letter of the alphabet corresponds with an iconic cultural, natural, or culinary image that illustrates the diversity and uniqueness of Acadiana. From the bayou, the wildlife, and the food, to the institutions, the crafts, and the unique celebration of Mardi Gras, this coloring experience is a fun and educational activity for everyone, young or old, local or tourist. So fix a bowl of jambalaya, cher, sit back, relax and let the good times color!

F Is for French Quarter

9781455626717

$19.99

Scott Campbell and his daughter Tallulah gather together words that bring to life each letter of the alphabet in unique Louisiana style in their second picture book collaboration. From A to Z they capture the sights of the city in New Orleans’ historic French Quarter. The Audubon Aquarium of the Americas, brass bands, the Cabildo, and wrought iron are all featured in this fun-filled jaunt for pre-readers. The delightful images from artist Nichole Dupre make this a picture-perfect choice for locals and visitors alike.

Florida from A to Z

9781455627875

$19.99

Visit Florida from A to Z and discover that the state is more than just a vacationer’s dream. Throughout each brightly colored page, young readers will identify fun and familiar places, food, and activities while learning new words and concepts on their alphabetical journey of the Sunshine State. From alligators and egrets to mangroves and oranges, this friendly introduction to Florida’s weather, geography, and more will be rewarding to read and reread both in classrooms and at home. The state’s wildlife, flowers, landscapes, and more are captured in the breezy, balmy illustrations, which feature fun facts and a picture search.

Did you know that more than one thousand shipwrecks have been found off the Florida Keys? Or that the Florida panther, the state animal, can travel more than twenty miles in a single night? These fascinating Florida facts are just a few of the engaging concepts that children (and adults) will learn on their educational jaunt through America’s southernmost state. A list of Florida state symbols completes this delightfully rhyming primer.

Thanksgiving Day Alphabet

9781589803381

$8.95

Pumpkins, pilgrims, and Indians punctuate this quintessential American holiday ABC picture book. With an eye on history and adventure, this ABC book cheerfully illuminates the classic American holiday. Each entry includes a few sentences explaining the wordï¿½s significance in Thanksgivingï¿½s history. Children will relate to their own holiday traditions while learning the origins of the annual fall event.