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Floris Books Elsa Beskow Calendar
A spacious month-to-view wall calendar, beautifully illustrated with seasonal, vintage artwork from Elsa Beskow's books. With eco-friendly printing and packaging.
£11.69
Floris Books The Pied Piper of Hamelin
A classic tale, beautifully brought to life by Maren Briswalter's gentle illustrations.
£10.99
Floris Books The Background to Anthroposophical Therapeutic Speech
Rudolf and Marie Steiner developed speech exercises in the early 1920s. This book is a comprehensive overview of the pioneering time of anthroposophical speech therapy, as well as descriptions of specific exercises and background essays on creative speech. For the first time, Rudolf Steiner's therapeutic speech exercises are published all together, with a commentary (one of the exercises has never been published before).The book includes a biography of Martha Hemsoth, the first speech therapist at the Clinical Therapeutic Institute in Arlesheim (later the Ita Wegman Clinic), and biographies of Dora Gutbrod, Hilde Jori, as well as contributions by Ida Rüchardt and Ilse Schuckmann. There is also a review of the work of physicians in the last thirty years.
£22.50
Floris Books The Tale of the Little, Little Old Woman
"Once upon a time there was a little, little old woman who lived in a little, little old cottage with a mischievous little cat "A little, little old woman has just milked from her little cow when a little greedy cat appears! This simple and charming tale of a cheeky little cat is perfect for sharing. Young children will love the warm illustrations, filled with detail to spot, and fun repetition of the story.This wonderful new edition of The Tale of the Little Little Old Woman faithfully reproduces Beskows classic illustrations in a collectable picture book featuring a unique hand-crafted design, premium-quality paper, gold foil signature and a luxurious cloth spine. Create an Elsa Beskow library by collecting all of the gorgeous new editions.
£9.04
Floris Books Wee Granny's Magic Bag
There's something very special about Wee Granny's tartan bag. Each time she reaches inside, she pulls out a big surprise!Emily and Harry love spending time with Wee Granny. Extraordinary things always happen when she brings her tartan bag. Wee Granny and the children are having fun in the park when Mum calls to ask if they'll bake some cakes for the school fair. Wee Granny couldn't possibly have anything in her bag to help with that or could she?! This new edition of the hugely popular picture book starring a tartan Mary Poppins offers a wonderful mix of colourful illustrations and an engaging story, with surprises on every page!
£7.78
Floris Books Spectacular Scottish Women: Celebrating Inspiring Lives from Scotland
Meet some of Scotland's most spectacular women in this inspiring collection of biographies written for young people. From authors to athletes, scientists to singers, queens to campaigners, this diverse collection of women have influenced the world in incredible ways.Read the eye-opening life stories of many amazing Scottish women you know, and many you won't believe you hadn't heard of:-- Feel the rhythm with ground-breaking deaf percussionist Evelyn Glennie-- Rock the runway with model Eunice Olumide-- Command the country with iconic monarch Mary, Queen of Scots-- Pen a literary gem with poet and author Jackie Kay-- Campaign for change with schoolgirl activist Roza Salih-- Step on set with actor Karen Gillan-- Race to the finish line with para-athlete Kayleigh Haggo-- Discover a new planet with scientist Mary SomervilleScottish author and former journalist Louise Baillie presents empowering stories of persistence, achievement, ingenuity and innovation while bestselling Scottish illustrator Eilidh Muldoon captures the essence of each extraordinary woman with her vibrant and dynamic illustrations.This fascinating and uplifting celebration of iconic women from Scotland's past and present is essential reading for children aged seven and up and a perfect gift for the spectacular Scots of the future.
£14.99
Floris Books Be More Dog
"My dog Sam has a superpower. He doesn't wear a costume. He can't fly. And he definitely can't make himself invisible.Sam's superpower is happiness."Sam can find happiness in the most unexpected places: a smelly old boot, a deflated ball, even in a muddy puddle! When Dad leaves for work, Sam's young owner needs a little help to be happy again. Can Sam show his best friend how to be a bit less sad and a bit more dog?This is a funny and heart-warming picture book about finding joy in the simplest things. With uplifting text from Caroline Crowe and engaging, lively illustrations from Carlos Velez, this feel-good story celebrates the connection between children and pets and encourages us all to be more dog!
£12.99
Floris Books Ollie's Ski Trip
Ollie can't wait to use his first pair of real skis! Finally, the woods are blanketed in snow and Ollie sets off for a day of fun, where he meets cheerful Jack Frost and troublesome Mrs Thaw and visits King Winters palace.Ollie has a wonderful time skiing, skating and having a huge snowball fight until its time to go home. How long will Ollie's winter fun last before Mrs Thaw comes again? This is a delightful snowy story for young children about embracing seasonal change from the world-renowned Swedish author--illustrator Elsa Beskow. This wonderful new edition of Ollie's Ski Trip faithfully reproduces Elsa Beskow's classic illustrations in a collectable picture book featuring a unique hand-crafted design, premium-quality paper, gold foil signature and a luxurious cloth spine. Create an Elsa Beskow library by collecting all of the gorgeous new editions.
£12.99
Floris Books Children of the Forest
The children of the forest live in the roots of an old pine tree. Each season brings new adventures for the children -- swimming and berry picking in summer; playing with fairies and harvesting mushrooms in autumn; sledging and feeding animal friends in winter. But spring brings the best surprise of all! This is a delightful seasonal story for young children about nature through the year from the world-renowned Swedish author--illustrator Elsa Beskow. This wonderful new edition of Children of the Forest faithfully reproduces Beskow's classic illustrations in a collectable picture book featuring a unique hand-crafted design, premium-quality paper, gold foil signature and a luxurious cloth spine. Create an Elsa Beskow library by collecting all of the gorgeous new editions.
£12.99
Floris Books Around the Year
A Wall Street Journal Holiday Gift Books Recommendation 2023A delightful collection of rhymes and verses which celebrate the special joys of each month of the year, from icy February to the green shoots of April, the red poppies of July, September's rosy apples and the delights of December. Each verse is accompanied by artwork from the world-renowned Swedish author--illustrator Elsa Beskow which includes joyful children and magical little folk.This wonderful new edition of Around the Year faithfully reproduces Beskow's classic illustrations in a collectable picture book featuring a unique hand-crafted design, premium-quality paper, gold foil signature and a luxurious cloth spine. Create an Elsa Beskow library by collecting all of the gorgeous new editions.
£12.99
Floris Books Pip the Gnome and the Christmas Tree
Pip the gnome gets help decorating a Christmas tree from his friends robin, rabbit and mouse. Discover the beautiful, natural things they bring: a red apple, soft woollen thread, golden straw and a bright, shiny rosehip.Colourful illustrations and simple words introduce very young children to the joy of preparing for Christmas. Soft, wintry colours illuminate the day from morning to dusk, ending with the candle-lit tree.Perfect for bedtime during Advent, the story ends as we say 'Happy Christmas Pip'.
£7.78
Floris Books Peter's Old House
At the end of a street, in a little village, is Peter's old house. Peter helps everyone: mending clocks, building toy boats, and telling stories. But he is too poor to fix his falling down house. Who will help Peter when he needs them most? This is a delightful story for young children about community spirit and helping our neighbours from the world-renowned Swedish author--illustrator Elsa Beskow.This wonderful new edition of Peter's Old House faithfully reproduces Beskow's classic illustrations in a collectable picture book featuring a unique hand-crafted design, premium-quality paper, gold foil signature and a luxurious cloth spine. Create an Elsa Beskow library by collecting all of the gorgeous new editions.
£12.99
Floris Books The Dog Walk
It's time for Grandma's dog to go for a walk. The eager pooch tugs the boy's hand, excited to get going. But where will they end up?This is a dog walk like no other, through amazing fairy-tale worlds, paintings come to life, Escher-esque castles, an intricately cluttered antique shop, and past countless delights: walking teapots, miniature steamboats, giant hedgehogs and islands with sails.This fantastical story of a dog and a boy is told simply through weird, whimsical and often hilarious illustrations. Children will pore over each page, delighting in the incredible details. Each reading will bring fresh discoveries and new twists to the tale.Beloved Swedish children's illustrator Sven Nordqvist unleashes his endlessly inventive talent in this funny and satisfying wordless book. Walking the dog will never feel the same again.
£12.99
Floris Books The Three Wise Men: A Christmas Story
Long, long ago, a very special star appeared in the night sky. It shone more brightly than all the other stars. Three wise men called Melchior, Caspar and Balthasar gazed at the star in wonder. They had never seen anything like it before.In this beautifully illustrated book the three Kings decide to journey west, following the star to a very special destination.Loek Koopmans' retelling of one part of the Christmas story is full of life and character, as well as mystery and wonder. This charming traditional tale will help young children celebrate the nativity.
£10.99
Floris Books Growing Children, Thriving Children: Raising 7 to 12 Year Olds With Confidence and Awareness
No longer little children, but not yet teenagers, children in the primary school years (between seven and twelve) face big emotional, social, psychological and physical changes. How can parents best support their children whilst also embracing their growing independence?Inspired by the Waldorf approach to child development, Lou Harvey-Zahra explains the three major transitions, or 'rubicons', of middle childhood at ages seven, nine and twelve. She offers practical tips and guidance to help parents through the challenges of the middle years, including:-- Creative solutions for common discipline issues-- Helpful routines for busy households to strengthen family bonds-- Suggested responses to tricky childhood questions -- Sensitive advice to help children manage anger and anxietyGrowing Children, Thriving Children empowers parents to navigate the middle years with confidence.
£14.99
Floris Books The Teeger That Cam For His Tea: The Tiger Who Came to Tea in Scots
'There is a chap at the door jist as Sophie an her mum are sittin doon for their tea. Wha could it be? They dinna think it's a muckle, furry, strippit teeger -- that's for shair!' No children's bookshelf is complete without the classic The Tiger Who Came to Tea, but what if Sophie opened the door to find a teeger that's cam for his tea instead? Celebrating its 50th roaring anniversary in 2018, Judith Kerr's much-loved picture book is charmingly retold for the first time in Scots. Keeping all the iconic elements of the story, Scots expert Susan Rennie gives the words a lively Scots twist -- a plate of sandwiches becomes a 'hail plate o pieces' and the big, furry, stripy tiger becomes a 'muckle, furry, strippit teeger'. This bright and bonnie take on a childhood favourite is perfect for reading aloud with young children.
£7.78
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Floris Books Transparent Window Scenes Through the Year
'Humans experience great joy in colours. The eye needs them as it needs the light.' -- J.W. GoetheBeautiful tissue-paper window scenes are a lovely way to bring colour and light into a home or classroom. This book has full instructions and templates for making a range of striking window transparencies that capture the mood of the seasons: yellow daffodils for spring, a red sailing boat for summer, orange leaves in autumn, a blue sled for snowy winter.Children will love seeing the transformation when colours are layered and the light falls through them. The projects in this book will support both beginner and expert, teachers of parents in developing cutting and layering skills, and sparking children's imaginations.
£9.99
Floris Books The Tasks and Content of the Steiner-Waldorf Curriculum
This book is a comprehensive overview of what is taught in Steiner-Waldorf schools, and why.As well as describing the content and methods of the Waldorf curriculum, this book provides a clear overview of the ideas behind the approach. It includes:-- a summary of the ideas underpinning this unique form of education-- a survey of child development in relation to the curriculum-- a description of key elements in the Waldorf approach-- sections on evaluation and assessment-- self-management-- Early Years education-- a horizontal curriculum for Classes 1 to 12-- a vertical curriculum for each subjectThis handbook is indispensable for all Steiner-Waldorf schools and teachers.Previously published as The Educational Tasks and Content of the Steiner Waldorf Curriculum.
£20.00
FLORIS BOOKS OLD GROWTH
£12.99
Floris Books Parenting a Path Through Childhood
Introduces an understanding of parenting by asking, what is a child, what is a parent, and why does a child need a parent. This book leaves dogma behind and brings the reader to the reality of daily living.Combining her experience as a mother and grandmother with her studies in psychology and social work, the author presents a warm and human way of understanding the nature and needs of children. Parents and professionals working with children will find this a helpful book for understanding children, developing an awareness of their individual differences and observing how behaviour is learned.
£7.15
Floris Books Towards Creative Teaching: Notes to an Evolving Curriculum for Steiner Waldorf Class Teachers
This wonderful resource book for Steiner-Waldorf class teachers offers ideas for planning, shaping and developing lessons for Classes 1 to 8.Taking the Waldorf curriculum as its basis, and without being restrictive or prescriptive, this book comes out of a teachers' working group and provides helpful suggestions to both class teachers and subject specialists, adding to the richness and imagination of each teacher's own work.The book is a truly comprehensive overview of all main-lesson and accompanying subjects, offering a wealth of guidance, knowledge and inspiration for Waldorf class teachers.This revised third edition is published in association with the Steiner Waldorf Schools Fellowship.
£12.99
Floris Books Orange Juice Peas
Jessie is learning to be polite. When she says 'thank you' it sounds a bit like 'DA HOO'. When she says 'please' it sounds exactly like 'PEAS'. One tea-time, Jessie and her older brother Ben are left with a new babysitter. When asked what she'd like to drink, Jessie replies, 'Orange juice peas', and that's exactly what she gets! Followed by 'milk peas', 'water peas', and on it goes. Each time, Jessie fishes the peas out of her drink and cheeky Ben giggles, as the pile of peas on the table grows bigger and bigger... This is a hilarious story for young children, with a great sense of repetition. Lizzie Well's bright, expressive illustrations perfectly capture the humour and Jessie's increasing frustration at being misunderstood.
£7.15
Floris Books Woody, Hazel and Little Pip
This delightful autumn story describes the woodland adventures of two acorn children who get carried away by the blustery autumn wind.Mr Squirrel and Hazel, the youngest Hazelnut child, go off in search of them and encounter a grumpy troll and the Chestnut boys along the way.A mini edition of Elsa Beskow's classic tale.
£7.78
Floris Books Communities for Tomorrow
As human beings, we have a great longing for community, to feel part of something. Despite this apparent need, the opposite tendency is evident everywhere: a growing individualism leading to the breakdown of relationships, conflict and war. How can we connect meaningfully with our fellow human beings and build successful communities, whilst also cultivating a healthy individuality? Karl König considered that finding answers to these questions was one of the central tasks of anthroposophy, as well as its greatest potential downfall. Seventy years ago, he founded the Camphill Movement as a search for social renewal and healing from new sources.As part of a growing dialogue between people within and outside of Camphill, a conference called Community Building in the Light of Michael took place at the Goetheanum in 2009. The contributions in this book originate from there; contributors include Cornelius Pietzner, Virginia Sease, Penelope Roberts-Baring, Sergei Prokofieff, Peter Selg and Bodo von Plato.
£12.99
Floris Books The Human Being and the Animal World
A wonderful comparative introduction to animals and humans for children which is written in Charles Kovacs's warm and expressive style. Charles Kovacs taught in Edinburgh so there is a Scottish flavour to the animals discussed in the first half of the book, including seals, red deer and eagles. In the later chapters, he covers elephants, horses and bears. This is a fascinating and engaging resource for teachers and home schoolers which is used in the Steiner-Waldorf curriculum for 9-11 year olds.
£11.55
Floris Books The Cat Who Decided
Why does nobody want the mixter-maxter kitten?The little stripey cat is on a journey. He is sent from the farm to the city and passed from owner to owner. No one seems to love him for just being him.Once he moves into the tall house in Edinburgh and finds his name -- Mac -- life gets more interesting. He makes friends with two musical ladies next door and discovers he likes Bach... and cat treats. He explores, and has many adventures.Then, just when he starts to feel settled, unsettling things start to happen. Will he ever find someone to love him for always?This is a funny, heart-warming story for young readers with lively illustrations.
£7.15
Floris Books Children of the Forest
A mini gift edition of Elsa Beskow's classic story.The children of the forest live deep in the roots of an old pine tree. They collect wild mushrooms and blueberries and shelter under toadstools when it rains. They play with the squirrels and frogs, and when autumn comes, they collect and prepare food to see them through the long winter, until the warm spring breeze starts to blow.
£7.78
Floris Books The Wholeness of Nature: Goethe's Way of Science
The scientific work of Johann Wolfgang von Goethe (1749-1832) represents a style of learning and understanding which is largely ignored today. Modern science tends to break objects down in a purely analytical way; by contrast, Goethe was interested in the 'whole' of a phenomenon, and in particular the relationship between the object and the observer.In this illuminating study, Henri Bortoft examines the phenomenological and cultural roots of Goethe's approach to science. He argues that Goethe's insights, far from belonging to the past, represent the foundation for a future science respectful of nature.
£20.00
Floris Books Spring
One of a series of four books without text, which lead the young child through the seasons of the year. Full of fun, active illustrations, this chunky board book shows the joys of playing with lambs, sowing seeds, painting Easter eggs and watching baby birds.
£7.15
Floris Books Chartres: Sacred Geometry, Sacred Space
Gordon Strachan, author of Jesus the Master Builder (Floris Books) explores the magnificent structure of Chartres Cathedral, and examines the influences on the medieval master builders.Using Chartres as a starting point, Dr Strachan suggests that the origins of the Gothic style may lie in Islamic architecture. He goes on to consider how the experience of a particular architectural space affects us, and how sacred geometry works.Beautifully illustrated, this is an inspiring and informative book for anyone interested in religious architecture and spirituality.
£14.99
Floris Books A Teacher's Source Book for Mathematics in Classes 6 to 8
Note that the Floris Books editions of Jamie York's books have been completely revised for UK and European notation, language and metric systems. They are also suitable for use in South Africa, Australia and New Zealand.Experienced maths teacher and consultant Jamie York believes that a love of learning comes through the teacher, so his books are committed to supporting teachers in developing their classroom skills and to fostering a love of maths in their students. Unlike conventional maths textbooks, his books are not full of fancy graphics and contrived ways to make maths fun. Rather, they:-- focus on the essentials, so teachers aren't overwhelmed by endless lists of required material-- are genuinely interesting and challenging, sparking students' enthusiasm for learning maths-- are developmentally appropriate to the age of the child, thereby encouraging inner mathemetical awareness and thinking-- favour depth over superficiality, to avoid teaching blind procedures to solve meaningless problemsThis teachers' resource book for Classes 6 to 8 provides a direct and logical approach to teaching 12 to 15-year-olds maths. Each class level and topic provide numerous tried and tested examples and explanations. The SourceBook can be used in conjunction with the specially-developed workbooks for Classes 6 to 8.The book includes:Class 6: fractions, decimals, percents, mental maths and maths tricks, divisibility, casting out nines, exponents and roots, prime factorisation, converting repeating decimals to fractions and more.Class 7: the metric and imperial systems, percents, rates, ratios, irrational numbers, the square root algorithm, basic geometry and more.Class 8: Pythagorean Theorem, exponential growth, proportions, area and volume, dimensional analysis (unit conversions), basic algebra skills and more.
£20.00
Floris Books Charlie's Magical Carnival
Charlie can't wait to go to the carnival, but first his mum must find his party hat and red balloon. While she's searching, Charlie imagines all the wonderful things they might see: lemonade rivers and lollipop trees, elephant taxis and a cake as big as a town square. When they finally arrive at the carnival, it's even more amazing and magical than Charlie had hoped. This beautiful book, from award-winning children's author and illustrator Marit Törnqvist, celebrates the intensity of children's imaginations and their ability to see their make-believe worlds as reality.Children will love following Charlie on his adventure revealing the secrets of the many fold-out pages and exploring illustrations that are a riot of colour. Marit's vibrant artwork is accompanied by a lyrical story of awe, adventure and the loving relationship between a parent and child.
£10.99
Floris Books Prayers and Verses for Contemplation
£5.21
Floris Books Tone and Speech Eurythmy
When Marie and Rudolf Steiner developed the art of eurythmy in the early twentieth century, their aim was to awaken the musical element within the human form, in a spiritual way. In this unique form of movement, both music and the spoken word are made visible through dance and gestures. Drawing on her first-hand experience of learning from Marie and Rudolf Steiner, celebrated eurythmist Elena Zuccoli describes the development of eurythmy and gives a personal account of the challenges that faced the early students as they sought to master this new discipline. Available for the first time in English, this fascinating book is ideal for eurythmists who wish to deepen their understanding and practice of tone and speech eurythmy, and anyone who wants to learn more about the history of this special art.
£16.99
Floris Books The First Three Years of the Child: How Children Learn to Walk, Speak and Think
In this classic work on early childhood development, Karl König explores the first three years of a child's life by examining the three major achievements that occur during this stage: learning to walk, speak and think. These are three core faculties and their acquisition, König argues, is 'an act of grace' in every child. He goes on to provide a detailed analysis of this extraordinarily complex process. This Karl König Archive edition now includes extensive notes and a new introduction by Dr Jan Goeschel, founding President of the Camphill Academy in North America, which puts this well-known text in the context of modern-day research. The First Three Years of the Child provides fascinating insights into early years' development and will be of great value to educators, medical professionals and carers.
£14.99
Floris Books Reflections on the Gospel of John
The Gospel of John occupies a special place among the four Gospels. Not only is it precise in its historical details and its descriptions of the events of Jesus' life and work -- lending support to its claim of being an eye-witness account -- but it also offers a deep insight into the person of Jesus Christ through his questions, statements and other utterances.In this perceptive book, Christian Community priest Johannes Lauten reflects upon the many layers of meaning in John's Gospel. He explores some of the less well-known figures surrounding Christ, examines recurring words and phrases such as the 'Son of Man' and the seven 'I am' statements, and illuminates themes like knowledge, faith, the workings of grace and Christ's path to the Cross. Lauten also considers the origins of the gospel and questions the accepted notion that it was written by John, the son of Zebedee and the brother of James. He suggests that the account of the raising of Lazarus, a story not recorded in the other gospels, holds the key to the true identity of the 'disciple whom Jesus loved'.This thought-provoking book will be of interest to biblical scholars and those wishing to gain a deeper insight into the central meaning of Christianity.
£14.99
Floris Books Crafting Magical Window Stars: How to Make Beautiful Paper Stars
Learn how to make magical window stars from coloured tissue paper using special paper-folding techniques. This book includes step-by-step instructions, easy-to-follow diagrams and inspiring colour photographs for making twenty-five beautiful window stars, suitable for all seasons. From easy patterns for beginners to more complex designs each project is graded for difficulty to allow you to progress your paper-folding skills with confidence. Perfect for crafting at any time of the year, some projects such as the wintry Frost Flower star and the springtime Daisy star are great for marking the change of the seasons.The dazzling tissue paper transparencies will brighten your home or school windows throughout the year.
£12.99
Floris Books Mama: A World of Mothers and Motherhood
Powerful, emotive, unforgettable -- Mama speaks to all mothers in the international language of love. This is a stunning collection of vivid portraits and intimate reflections on motherhood from around the globe. Mama uniquely portrays the emotions and experiences that unite mothers from different times and diverse cultures. Twenty-one striking watercolour portraits and lively pencil sketches by acclaimed artist Quentin Gréban are paired with Hélène Delforge's lyrical words to create a thought-provoking celebration of motherhood in all its complexity: the satisfaction and the sadness, the frustration and the fun -- and, always, the love.This moving and joyful book is a perfect gift for mamas everywhere.
£14.99
Floris Books How Does My Fruit Grow?
Sophie lives in the city and spends her summer in the countryside where she learns all about the fruits that grow there: apples, plums, cherries and all kinds of berries. When Sophies family moves south, where the weather is warmer, she discovers that different plants and trees grow in her new garden. With the help of her friendly neighbours, Sophie harvests melons, grapes, figs, oranges and pomegranates. At school, Sophie and her classmates learn about tropical fruits and nuts from all over the world -- bananas, coconuts, cashews, pineapples and many more. This is a wonderful book for children to learn about how fruit grows and where. It combines a charming seasonal story with fascinating facts and beautiful, accurate botanical illustrations. It is a superb companion to Gerda Muller's beloved How Does My Garden Grow?
£12.99
Floris Books Peter and Lotta's Christmas
When Peter and Lotta spend their first Christmas with Aunt Green, Aunt Brown, Aunt Lavender and Uncle Blue, they are amazed by all the surprises. Before Christmas comes around again the children are determined to discover where the presents really come from, and give their aunts and uncle special gifts. Then on Christmas Eve, Peter and Lotta's kindness and generosity is rewarded with something unexpected! This is a delightful story for young children from the world-renowned Swedish author--illustrator Elsa Beskow which celebrates Swedish Christmas traditions and being a good neighbour. Elsa Beskow's Peter and Lotta stories, about two children living with their aunts and uncle, are full of gentle humour and charm. This wonderful new edition faithfully reproduces Beskow's classic illustrations in a collectable picture book featuring a unique hand-crafted design, premium-quality paper, gold foil signature and a luxurious cloth spine.
£12.99
Floris Books The Story of the Butterfly Children
"Far, far away from here in the magical Butterfly Kingdom live the brilliant and joyful butterfly folk. The little butterfly children are called chrysalids."The butterfly children love dancing among the flowers and visiting their little brothers and sisters the caterpillars. Then, on the first day of spring, they finally get their wings! The sky is full of peacock, swallowtail, cabbage and red admiral butterflies excitedly waiting to begin the torchlight procession.Young children will love meeting the cheeky baby caterpillars and the adventurous chrysalids and will come to understand about the life cycle of a butterfly in a unique and charming way.Sibylle von Olfers' vintage stories of nature children have been loved by generations. The whimsical tales are accompanied by beautiful art nouveau illustrations of characterful creatures, cheerful plants and flowers and magical little folk. This wonderful new edition of The Story of the Butterfly Children faithfully reproduces Olfers' classic illustrations in a collectable picture book featuring a hand-crafted design, premium-quality paper and a luxurious cloth spine. The Sibylle von Olfers library also includes mini gift editions and board books for very young children.
£12.99
Floris Books Pip the Gnome
Pip the gnome plays happily with his woodland friends, the mouse, robin, wren and spider. Follow them through spring, summer, into autumn and then winter. The colourful illustrations and simple words introduce very young children to the seasons, with bright green leaves in spring, warm sunshine in summer, blustery wind in autumn and snowfall in winter. Perfect for bedtime, the story ends as we look up at the stars and say good night to Pip.
£7.78
Floris Books How Does My Garden Grow?
Sophie lives in the city, and her vegetables come from the supermarket. Then she goes to visit her grandparents in the countryside -- and soon discovers how much there is to learn about how things grow!Sophie helps her grandfather through the different seasons, finding out about mulching onions, eating flowers, weeding, bees, making salad, catching beetles, digging, earthing up, picking and composting. When winter comes, Sophie has to go home -- but her grandfather has one last surprise for her.This is a wonderful book for children to learn about allotment or vegetable gardening through Sophie's eager and questioning eyes. Gerda Muller's characterful illustrations accurately depict the garden and its plants through spring, summer, autumn and winter.
£12.99
Floris Books Thumbelina
Elsa Beskow's charming illustrations bring to life this classic Hans Christian Andersen tale of a thumb-sized girl who has big adventures. Thumbelina is so small she sleeps in a walnut shell bed with a rose petal sheet. One day, a toad steals her away from her home and keeps her captive on a lilypad, until some fish set her free to find her way through the countryside. Will Thumbelina ever find a new home among friends?This wonderful new edition of Thumbelina faithfully reproduces Beskow's classic illustrations in a collectable picture book featuring a unique hand-crafted design, premium-quality paper, gold foil signature and a luxurious cloth spine. Create an Elsa Beskow library by collecting all of the gorgeous new editions.
£12.99
Floris Books The Otherwhere Emporium
The mysterious Nowhere Emporium has appeared once more. With its shining bricks the colour of midnight, and rich scents of melting chocolate and exotic spices, it's easy to see why inquisitive Mirren isn't the only one bewitched by the magical store. Behind the Emporium's red velvet curtain lies a palace of unimaginable treasures - glittering jewels and gleaming gold, sparkling diamonds and shining armour. But hidden among these wonders, something sinister is lurking. The Emporium is under the control of a menacing figure in a top hat who calls himself Vindictus Sharpe. Who is he? And where is the Emporium's rightful owner, Daniel? Return to a world where imagination is power and anything is possible in the heart-stopping finale to the multi-award-winning Nowhere Emporium trilogy.
£8.42
Floris Books Biodynamic Wine Growing: Understanding the Vine and Its Rhythms
Wine growers are converting to biodynamic viniculture in record numbers. Some of the worlds best wines are now biodynamic.At its heart, biodynamic viniculture is about understanding the nature of vines and their relationship to the environment. This beautifully illustrated and informative book will be of interest to current biodynamic wine growers and those considering converting to biodynamic methods. It includes: -- an introduction to the theory of biodynamic viniculture and the Goethean method of observation in relation to vines;-- practical articles on all aspects of wine growing, including biodiversity, pruning, treating and preventing disease; -- case studies of biodynamic vineyards from around the world.Biodynamic wine expert Jean-Michel Florin has gathered contributions from biodynamic viniculturists to create a beautiful, full-colour book which is both a celebration of sustainable wine growing and an invaluable guide to the future of wine cultivation.
£20.00
Floris Books The Story of the Root Children
"Under the ground, deep in the earth among the roots of the trees, the little root children were fast asleep all winter long. . ."When spring comes, it's time for the root children -- snowdrop, forget-me-not, buttercup, daisy and poppy -- to wake up! There are new dresses to sew, and insects to be painted.When summer comes, the root children are free to play in the beautiful fields, ponds and meadows. But when autumn comes and the cold wind starts to blow, it's time to go back to their cosy home below ground.Sibylle von Olfers' vintage stories of nature children have been loved by generations. The whimsical tales are accompanied by beautiful art nouveau illustrations of characterful creatures, cheerful plants and flowers and magical little folk. This wonderful new edition of The Story of the Root Children faithfully reproduces Olfers' classic illustrations in a collectable picture book featuring a hand-crafted design, premium-quality paper and a luxurious cloth spine. The Sibylle von Olfers library also includes mini gift editions and board books for very young children.
£12.99