Apprenez à compter en trois langues avec ce livre illustré unique, où chaque chiffre s’anime à travers des dessins colorés et une approche culturelle autochtone.

Un livre coloré et interactif pour initier les tout-petits à l'anglais, au français et au cree, avec des illustrations vives et des mots du quotidien.

Un livre trilingue unique pour les tout-petits : 22 mots sur les personnes de la famille et de la communauté, illustrés avec éclat en anglais, français et cri. Parfait pour éveiller les enfants à la diversité linguistique et culturelle dès 3 ans !

Marketing + Promo: National, regional, and subject-specific print features, excerpts, review coverage, broadcast and television interviews Social media campaigns, blogger outreach, digital collateral for online use Pre-order campaign targeting booksellers via social media + newsletters Electronic ARCs Media + Publicity contact: [email protected] Social Media + Foreign Rights contact: [email protected] Key Selling Points: New Format for Young Readers: Transforms Neepin Auger's bestselling board books into playful and colourful resources specifically designed for elementary school children. Proven Success: Neepin Auger's colourful books for young readers have collectively sold well over 20,000 copies, demonstrating their popularity and success in the market. Indigenous Resources: With an increasing demand for Indigenous resources, this hardcover edition of Discovering Animals provides an engaging learning experience for early elementary school-aged kids. Geographic Coverage: Plains Cree is a distinct dialect within the Cree language, one of five main dialects that include Woods Cree, Swampy Cree, Moose Cree, and Atikamekw. Plains Cree, also known as the Y-dialect, is spoken in Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, and northern Montana. Multilingual Learning Experience: Presents English words alongside their French and Cree equivalents, offering a comprehensive and multilingual learning experience for young readers. Pronunciation Support: Includes pronunciation support for French and Cree words, making it easier for both children and educators to engage with and learn the new languages. Dynamic and Useful Picture Books: Stands out as one of the most dynamic and useful picture books on the market, suitable for a variety of settings including the classroom, library, and playroom. Author's Background: Neepin Auger, a Cree artist, educator, and mother, brings a unique and authentic perspective to the book, drawing from her experiences and expertise in both art and education. Cultural Connection: Originating from the Bigstone Cree Nation in northern Alberta, Neepin Auger's work reflects her cultural roots, providing a meaningful and authentic connection to Indigenous traditions. Educational Credentials: Neepin's background in education, including graduating from the department of education and schooling at Mount Royal University, adds credibility to the educational value of the book. Comprehensive Series: Discovering Animals is part of a comprehensive series that includes titles like Discovering Numbers, Discovering People, and Discovering Words, catering to various age groups and learning levels. Available in Multiple Formats: The series is available in different formats, including board books for newborns to age 3, paperbacks for ages 3-5, hardcovers for ages 4-8, and ebooks, providing flexibility for different preferences and age groups. Author's Personal Touch: Neepin Auger's role as a mother and her belief that her daughter Gracie is her greatest masterpiece adds a personal touch to the book, emphasizing the importance of family and connection in the learning process. Accessibility: The availability of the book in various formats ensures accessibility for a wide audience, reaching children at different stages of their early development. Author's Residence: Neepin Auger's residence near Calgary, Alberta, adds a local connection and may resonate with readers in the region, fostering a sense of community support.

From apple to zigzag and from 1 to 10, Neepin Auger's books for children will be certain to educate and entertain preschoolers, parents and teachers alike. Inspired by her training as a First Nations artist and her academic work leading to a degree in education, Discovering Words and Discovering Numbers contain brightly coloured, originally created artwork featuring images and concepts familiar to everyone. In addition to the English words presented, the books also contain the French and Cree equivalents, placing these among some of the most dynamic and useful board books on the market, perfectly suitable for the classroom, library and nursery.