Join authors Roland and Marie Smith and illustrator Michael Roydon as they take you on a journey across the Oregon Trail and through the picturesque Beaver State. In B is for Beaver, the Smiths' rhyming verse and sidebar expository text illuminate the wonders of Hell's Canyon, the lush lands of the Willamette Valley, and the surging seas of the neighboring Pacific Ocean. An effective educational tool inside the classroom and out, readers of all ages in the state of Oregon and beyond can embark on this journey any time they wish.
Bought this book to be given from my children to their dad who is from Oregon. Illustrations are BEAUTIFUL!!! Love that it can be read different ways - each letter has both a short rhyme as well as a longer informational section. My kids loved hearing the book read with the rhymes for each letter, "A is for..." Their dad loved (in addition to reading the book to his kids) learning new and interesting facts about his state and commented often, "I didn't know that!" Overall very pleased with this book and this series in general!
Cute, creative and effective!
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 15 years ago
I was introduced to this wonderful series when a friend of mine gifted me the 'V is for Volunteer' alphabet book as a fun memorabilia from our days in Tennessee. I bought the 'B is for Beaver' for my nephews who live in OR and they loved it. I think the books are very creative and the illustrations are very well done. However some of the references might not be very easy for little kids to understand. It almost feels like something you would want to get as a souvenir from each state you visit. Overall a great series and a nice memory keeper if you care to have one from the states you visit.
ABC book about Oregon
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
I love ABC books. Great gift for children coming to visit the area. Great gift for kids wanting to know about where they live. We're using it as a travel guide...we need to go everywhere mentioned! I love the style and all the information!
Charming and informative
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 18 years ago
This is a charming book with lovely art. And even this native Oregonian learned a lot about the beautiful State of Oregon. Kids and adults like will enjoy this book!
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