F is for Florida: Written by Kids for Kids

by Boys and Girls Clubs of Central Florida

Overview

From manatees to mermaids, Florida's Indigenous peoples to the Daytona 500, this state ABC book for children F is for Florida combines dazzling photos with fun and informative couplets which describe the pictures and offer clear picture-word associations. Intriguing facts will add to the non-fiction learning experience.

This book covers subjects important or significant to Floridians and includes brilliant color photography by top photographers. Each vibrant page highlights a unique aspect of Florida's beauty and lively culture with either a place, animal, plant or another evocative idea.

The book’s eye-popping design and educational content will hold the child’s interest through countless readings. In addition to the 26 letters of the alphabet is the “Who Knew?—Facts about the great state of Florida” section which gives parents, teachers, and even kids a deeper understanding of the topic for each letter of this Florida alphabet.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781513260495
Publisher:	Turner Publishing Company
Publication date:	07/11/2017
Series:	See-My-State Alphabet Book
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	8.50(w) x 8.60(h) x 0.40(d)
Age Range:	4 - 8 Years

About the Author

Since 1944, Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Florida has helped inspire hope and opportunity in those who need it most—at-risk children in our local community. We provide safe places to learn and grow for nearly 14,000 children between the ages of six and eighteen every year. At each of our thirty Clubs in Brevard, Orange, Osceola, and Seminole Counties, core youth development programs are offered to meet the diverse needs and interests of our members.

What People are Saying About This

From the Publisher

"I can't believe I'm a famous poet. I bet someone's going to ask me for an autograph."
—Brianna Burgos, age 11, author T is for Texas

"My favorite part was learning words about Texas and trying to make them rhyme."
—John Gomez, age 11, author T is for Texas

"I'm so proud to have my poems in a book. I will remember this forever." —Sebastian Lopez, age 11, author T is for Texas

"Writing these poems showed me that Texas and poetry are AWESOME." —Ernest Manzo, age 9, author T is for Texas

“Developing T is for Texas was such an enriching experience for our youth. They were able to not only learn more about their home state, but also learn about poetry and the creative process. Our members are so excited to have a book that they can share with their families; and we are excited to share their ingenuity with our supporters."
—Daphne Barlow Stigliano, president of Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Fort Worth

Interviews

"I can't believe I'm a famous poet. I bet someone's going to ask me for an autograph."

—Brianna Burgos, age 11, author T is for Texas

"My favorite part was learning words about Texas and trying to make them rhyme."

—John Gomez, age 11, author T is for Texas

"I'm so proud to have my poems in a book. I will remember this forever." —Sebastian Lopez, age 11, author T is for Texas

"Writing these poems showed me that Texas and poetry are AWESOME." —Ernest Manzo, age 9, author T is for Texas

“Developing T is for Texas was such an enriching experience for our youth. They were able to not only learn more about their home state, but also learn about poetry and the creative process. Our members are so excited to have a book that they can share with their families; and we are excited to share their ingenuity with our supporters."

—Daphne Barlow Stigliano, president of Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Fort Worth

Editorial Reviews

"O is for Oregon is an alphabetical treat of poetry for little eyes, ears, and hands. This 30-page book has one letter of the alphabet on each page as well as an accompanying poem written by an elementary grade student. The poems are very simple rhymes that try to connect the letter of the alphabet with something from the state of Oregon. The last three pages of the book give basic facts about all of the topics referred to in the poems. For instance, "Z is for Zoo" has a cute poem accompanying it on the page. In the back of the book, you will read that the Oregon Zoo is the home of the largest and oldest Asian elephant born in a zoo in North America. O is for Oregon ends with a group picture of the students who participated in making the book. I thought that was a nice finishing touch. Overall, this is a fun book that can help children learn the alphabet and a little state history at the same time." —Product review by Ruth Hoskins, The Old Schoolhouse® Magazine, 2009

"Few things are sweeter than a child’s early poems: simple, touching, and at times more insightful than expected." —Foreword Reviews (C is for Colorado)

From the Publisher