An alphabetical tour of the world of fruits and vegetables, from apricot and artichoke to yam and zucchini.

An elegant addition to any library, this deluxe alphabet book features 120 pages of Andrew Zuckerman's breathtaking wildlife photography. From alligator to zebra, each featured animal boasts two striking studio portraits against a clean white background, offering a unique up-close view of the animal kingdom. Readers are treated to a helpful glossary at the end for extra information. From the sleek beauty of a smiling hippo to the powerful majesty...

"Simple text about playing and repetition of the letter 'a' help readers learn how to use the 'long a' sound. Large type, vivid full-page color photos, and a word list all aid in developing reading skills. An explanatory note to parents and educators, as well as an introduction to the author, are also included."--Publisher.

"Animals from A to Z live together in a Victorian mansion. Edwards has created a bizarre world rich in texture and details. An engaging mix of art and alphabet book" Cf. Our choice, 2003.

Describes a vehicle or street sign for every letter of the alphabet from Ambulance to Zamboni.

Rhyming text reminds the reader of a significant word related to Passover for each letter of the alphabet.

Lower case letters and labeled pictures depict a boy interacting with an alligator, flowers, ice cream, a wasp, and other animals and objects from A to Z.

Illustrations and brief text present aspects of the lives of the many varied native peoples across North America. From Anishinabe artists making birch bark bowls to Zuni elders saying prayers for the day that is done, the diversity of Native American cultures is simply presented in this unique alphabet book. Striking full color paintings depict Native Americans living in harmony with their environment.