CHILDREN'S BOOKS AND TOYS
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SKYLAR
Love Canada Geese is excited to introduce Skylar, an outstanding children's novel by Mary Cuffe-Perez. Skylar is published by Philomel (Penguin books) and is one of the best novels we have read in a very long time. Please CLICK HERE for more information about this exceptional new novel.
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TOULOUSE
The Story of a Canada Goose
By Priscilla Cummings
Toulouse the Canada Goose has been getting into mischief ever since he was a little yellow gosling. But nothing compares with the trouble he finds on his first fall migration to Maryland. Separated from his family, he is left to find his own way south with a lost snow goose, who becomes a special friend for life. Theirs is a love story children and grownups alike will treasure.
"A tender, sweet story with lovely illustrations." Love Canada Geese
Please CLICK HERE to purchase TOULOUSE (US/ International)
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A GIFT FOR SADIA
Marie Fritz Perry
Will Sadia ever learn to speak English and feel at home in Rochester, Minnesota now that her family has left her homeland of Somalia? Maybe the friendship of a wounded Canada goose can help.
"You'll love this story. We did!" Love Canada Geese
BUY THIS BOOK (US/ International)
Canadian Residents: BUY THIS BOOK
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I CAN HEAR THE SUN
Patricia Polacco
Storyteller Patricia Polacco creates a modern myth of faith and hope that is both exhilarating and empowering to all of earth's creatures, no matter how large or small in society's eyes they may be.
"This story will touch the hardest hearts." Choo Choo Love
Please click here to purchase I CAN HEAR THE SUN (USA/ INTERNATIONAL)
Please CLICK HERE to purchase I CAN HEAR THE SUN (Canadian residents)
Cari Best, Holly Meade (Illustrator)
This is a delightful and heartwarming story about a young girl's friendship with a one-legged Canada Goose. Her parents advise her not to interact with the goose; they caution that the goose must be strong in order to survive in the wild. However, she is unable to help herself and she offers this goose corn as she feels sad for her plight. She worries that her goose will not be able to fly when the pond freezes. This story is about love and caring for the weak or disabled.
You'll love this story.
Please click here for more details about GOOSE'S STORY! (Amazon.com - US Residents)
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THE WAY HOME
Nan Parson Rossiter
Samuel and his dad rescue an injured Canada Goose in a heartwarming story about a child's concern about the welfare of a wild animal. The goose's gander loyally remains with her, hovering over her protectively, demonstrating their strong pair bond and their desire to stay together for life. Samuel becomes attached to the geese and he has mixed feelings about them leaving for the south.When they leave, he is filled with sadness.
A story to treasure!
Please click here for more details about THE WAY HOME! (Amazon.com - US Residents)
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WAITING FOR MR. GOOSE
Laurie Lears
Reading level: Ages 4-8
"Waiting is difficult for all children. With their boundless energy and limited perception of time, young children can only gradually develop patience." Laurie Lears
"Stephen learns that he must be patient if he is going to be able to help Mr. Goose. Stephen's experience is one my husband and I have had many a time."
Love Canada Geese
Please CLICK HERE to purchase WAITING FOR MR. GOOSE (US/ International)
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WILD GEESE CALLING
Robert Murphy
Winner of the Dutton Junior Animal Book Award for 1966
"Beautifully written story about a boy's bond with a Canada goose. John Kaufmann illustrates with careful detail and knowledge of Canada geese. Each goose is illustrated with a distinct cheek pattern, giving each goose an individual look. A book to be treasured."
Choo Choo Love
THE FLEDGLING
Jane Langton
This is a gentle tale about Georgie, a little girl who wants to fly. She believes that she can fly and takes many a sore tumble down the stairs in her effort to fly. One day, she meets a Canada goose who uses his wings to allow Georgie to fulfill her dreams. This Canada goose is Georgie's Goose Prince. This story is set in and around Walden Pond and Henry David Thoreau.
A delightful story!
Please click here for more details about THE FLEDGLING. (Amazon.com - US Residents)
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HONK! HONK!
A story of Migration
Mick Manning
North! In wind and rain. North! By night and day. North! By sunshine and moonlight.
Travel on a magical journey with a wild goose and her flock as they migrate to their nesting grounds in the distant, snowy north.
"A delightful book with beautiful illustrations." Love Canada Geese
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CHESAPEAKE BAY GOOSE MUSIC
A BOOK FOR ALL AGES
Roger Ethier
Watermen of the Eastern coast of North America and the Great Chesapeake Bay tell the story whenever men and children are gathered. They tell all about the seasonal migrations of the Canada Geese that darken the skies for days; tell of the great Canada Geese that wear the elegant King's and Queen's markings, markings that today are nearly extinct except for the flocks that pause during their migrations at the old farmhouse of the "gentlewoman." They tell of the GENTLEWOMAN, all about what they know. But they know little of the story. The truth lies far from the Atlantic Flyway, deep into the fields and farm country of the Chesapeake Bay. It is a simple, happy story, yet told with a strangely moving innocence and a remarkable gentleness.
Please CLICK HERE to purchase CHESAPEAKE BAY GOOSE MUSIC
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5 INCH PLUSH CANADA GOOSE
WILD REPUBLIC/ AUDUBON BIRDS WITH REAL BIRD CALLS
Push a button on the back and you will hear the plaintive call of a juvenile Canada goose. Recording by Cornell Lab of Ornithology. You may also add other birds with real bird calls to your gift basket. Since we purchased the Canada goose toy, we have added the loon and the snow goose to our collection. This gift is sure to delight bird lovers of all ages!
Each goose comes with a little booklet that describes the Canada goose. The booklet also mentions the hatch date (our goose was hatched December 27, 2000) and where and when the call was recorded (ours was recorded June 14, 1979 in Manitoba, Canada on the breeding grounds).
Please CLICK HERE for Earl's demonstration of this cute little plush goose.
Please CLICK HERE to purchase the PLUSH CANADA GOOSE WITH REAL CALL
RECHENKA'S EGGS
Patricia Polacco
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MONTY GOES SOUTH
Marc Tetro
Cute,hilarious story!!
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THE GOOSE THAT ALMOST GOT COOKED
Marc Simont
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PAISANO, THE ROADRUNNER
Jennifer Owings Dewey
What do you do when a roadrunner stops by and settles in to stay awhile? If you are Jennifer Owings Dewey, you invite him in, pay close attention, and write a book about the experience. PAISANO, THE ROADRUNNER is that book. Beginning with Paisano's parents, Hamlet and Edith, Jennifer Dewey had a unique opportunity to observe roadrunners close-up for more than a year. This book allows readers to share the joy and excitement of roadrunners up close and personal.
"You will fall in love with Paisano, just as we have!" Love Canada Geese
Please CLICK HERE to purchase PAISANO, THE ROADRUNNER (US/ International)
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PLUSH SNOW GOOSE WITH REAL CALL
Recording by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology
Earl demonstrates this little plush snow goose.
Push a button on the back and you'll hear the call of a snow goose. Each toy comes with a booklet describing the snow goose and its migration pattern (map). The booklet also gives the hatch date (our toy was "hatched" March 14, 2006) and the location of the recording (ours was recorded in the Lower Souris Refuge in North Dakota). Wonderful gift for bird lovers of all ages.
Please CLICK HERE to purchase PLUSH SNOW GOOSE WITH REAL CALL
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THE SNOW GOOSE AND OTHER STORIES
Paul Gallico
Simplified by Christine Rose
This book contains three delightful and beautifully touching stories by Paul Gallico, simplified for young readers by Christine Rose. The Snow Goose was Mr. Gallico's masterpiece, written in 1941 and still in print today. The two other stories in this book are THE ENCHANTED DOLL and THE SILVER SWANS. This book is highly recommended!
Please click here to purchase THE SNOW GOOSE AND OTHER STORIES (USA/ INTERNATIONAL)
THE FLIGHT OF THE SNOW GEESE
Deborah King
"A child wakes to the magical sound. She counts thousands of birds southward bound."
Since long before Columbus sailed the Atlantic, snow geese have made yearly migrations across America, starting from nesting sites in the Arctic wilderness and ending their journey in the desert valleys of New Mexico. Deborah King's lyrical text and radiant illustrations capture our wonder at this cycle of nature, unchanged for millennia, as peoples have come and gone, and the continent has been greatly altered.
Please CLICK HERE to purchase THE FLIGHT OF THE SNOW GEESE
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PLUSH LOON WITH REAL CALL
Recording by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology
Earl demonstrates the call of the loon
Push a button on the back and you'll hear the haunting call of a baby loon. Each toy comes with a booklet describing the loon and its migration pattern (map). The booklet also gives the hatch date and the location of the recording. Wonderful addition to a bird lover's collection.
Please CLICK HERE to purchase the plush loon
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BORKA: THE ADVENTURES OF A GOOSE WITH NO FEATHERS
John Burmingham
Right from the start there is something odd about the young goose named Borka: she is born without any feathers. So when her mother knits her a smart grey woollen jumper instead, Borka is delighted; but all the other geese laugh at her. While the others learn to fly and to swim, Borka does not join in because her brothers and sisters tease her, and her jersey takes too long to dry when it gets wet.
Soon, summer comes to an end and the geese prepare to fly to a warmer land for the winter. But Borka does not go; she cannot fly. Instead, she searches for shelter on one of the boats moored in the estuary. And it is there that Borka meets her new friends and her adventures can truly begin ...(taken from the inside jacket of the book)
Borka was John Burmingham's first book for children and won him the Kate Greenaway Medal for illustration. This special edition marks the 40th anniversary of the publication of this heart-warming tale.
"I was impressed and moved by this precious tale and delicate illustrations of a gosling born with no feathers. Read it. You'll love it, your children will love it and you'll all remember the story for many years to come."
Choo Choo Love
Please CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE BORKA (US/ INTERNATIONAL)
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AGATHA'S FEATHER BED
Not just another wild goose story
Carmen Agra Deedy
Six naked geese are chilly and demand the return of their feathers from Agatha, who just purchased a new featherbed. Agatha promises a solution in three days. A lively and engaging story.
Please CLICK HERE to purchase AGATHA'S FEATHER BED (US/ INTERNATIONAL)
GOOSE
Molly Bang
This is the story of a little goose who had to leave home to find out what no one could teach her.
Please click here to purchase GOOSE (USA/ INTERNATIONAL)
Please click here to purchase GOOSE (CANADA)
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GOOSE CHASE
By Patrice Kindl
"An action packed humorous fantasy."
Choo Choo Love
Reading Level: Teens and up
Please CLICK HERE to buy GOOSE CHASE (USA)
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THE GOOSE FAMILY BOOK
Sybille Kalas
Ms Kalas studied the Greylag geese with Dr Konrad Lorenz. This is a delightful children's book with sensational photographs. Ms. Kalas's love for nature and animals is apparent on every page. Even though this is a children's book, I recommend it for adults!
A CBC-NSTA Outstanding Science Trade Book for Children.
Please click here for more details about THE GOOSE FAMILY BOOK! (Amazon.com - US Residents)
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REBEL
John Schoenherr
Please click here for more details about REBEL! (Amazon.com - US Residents)
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