Flowers and birds are integral elements in the original culture of Peterhof. They thrived, and survive to this day, in the palace interiors and the paintings, sculpture, furniture, porcelain and glass ornaments, and bronze statuary that fill the rooms. The palaces at Peterhof demonstrate how representations of birds and flowers have evolved in Oriental, European and Russian art.

Fill the pages with flocks of fabulous flamingos feeding, flying, and tending to their chicks. With over 250 stickers of flamingos and other brilliant birds, insects and flowers to complete the scenes.

Learn all about identifying birds with this beautifully illustrated spotter's guide. With 35 British birds to learn about, the RSPB First Book of Birds is perfect for budding birdwatchers and naturalists. Through beautiful full-page illustration accompanied by key information about each creature, this book is designed to encourage young children's interest in the outside world and the wildlife around them. Includes a spotter's chart for children to fill in, key facts about each bird and accurate illustrations to make spotting birds easy. Part of a series of collectible spotter's guides published in partnership with the RSPB, the largest wildlife conservation charity in Europe. Other topics include: flowers, birds, mammals and minibeasts.

From the aster to the zinnia, Mrs. Peanuckle introduces very young children to 26 types of flowers from across the globe. For each one, she offers a single defining characteristic, some of them very surprising. Did you know that there are twice as many orchid species as bird species? It's true! Do flowers taste good? Birds, bees, and butterflies sure think so! You'll even find flowers in certain teas. With bold, colorful pages, strong graphic art, and exciting design, these flowers are certain to be remembered by the children and adults who share this book.

From fruit and vegetables at the market to flowers and birds in the snowy garden, this look-and-say book for little ones is a great way to start learning about nature around the town. The spot-and-find aspect is perfect for the youngest of readers to become absorbed in the fascinating nature details.

From squirrels and hedgehogs to sea horses and star fish, there are over 200 familiar words for children to discover and talk about in this delightful word book. Each word is accompanied by a friendly illustration, and the words are grouped into themes such as woodland animals, birds, flowers and plants and on the shore.

A beautifully illustrated reference book containing 1000 things found in nature, from familiar bugs and flowers to exotic birds of paradise and fascinatingly weird undersea creatures. Children can pore over categories such as 'In a jungle', 'Ice and snow' and 'Fossils, rocks and gems' to marvel at the incredible diversity of the natural world.

James Barrie was a Scottish novelist and playwright, best remembered today as the creator of Peter Pan, a free-spirited and mischievous young boy who can fly and never grows up. "Peter Pan in the Kensington Gardens" introduces Peter Pan, who discovered the magic of everyday existence amid the trees and flowers of Kensington Gardens. Before he flew away to Neverland, the little boy who wouldn't grow up dwelt in the heart of London, with birds and fairies.

Mrs. Peanuckle's Fruit Alphabet introduces babies and toddlers to the colorful foods that will help them grow up to be healthy and strong. Children and parents alike will want to devour the fun facts and charming illustrations of fruits from the familiar banana to the not as familiar yumberry. Mrs. Peanuckle's Fruit Alphabet is the second in a series of board books celebrating the joy nature brings to young children at home and in the backyard, from fresh fruits and vegetables to birds, bugs, flowers, and trees.

Each page of this beautifully illustrated book is filled with things to spot in nature. From birds and bugs to flowers and trees, Poppy and Sam take the readers on a journey through different locations and the things they might find there. Every detailed little picture has a label giving some information, making it a perfect way for little children to start learning about the natural world around them.

The State Hermitage Museum founded in 1764 by the Russian Empress Catherine the Great in the heart of historic St. Petersburg occupies an ensemble of magnificent buildings on the bank of the River Neva. The grandest of all is the Winter Palace - the former residence of the Russian tsars - designed by Francesco Bartolomeo Rastrelli. Within the walls of this artistic enclave reside the Hermitage collections, about three million works that trace the development of world art and culture from the Stone Age to today.

Mrs. Peanuckle's Bug Alphabet introduces babies and toddlers to all sorts of interesting bugs. Perfect to read aloud, this creepy, crawly adventure will engage children and parents alike with its vibrant illustrations and fascinating facts about bugs. Learning the ABCs has never been so bitingly fun! Mrs. Peanuckle's Bug Alphabet is the fourth title in a series of board books celebrating the joy of nature at home and in the backyard, from fresh fruits and vegetables to birds, flowers, and trees.

Mrs. Peanuckle's Vegetable Alphabet introduces babies and toddlers to a colorful variety of vegetables, from asparagus to zucchini. Perfect to read aloud, this vegetable buffet will delight children and parents alike with its yummy vegetable facts and vibrant illustrations. Learning the ABCs has never been so delicious! Mrs. Peanuckle's Vegetable Alphabet is the first in a series of board books celebrating the joy of nature at home and in the backyard, from fresh fruits and vegetables to birds, bugs, flowers, and trees.

'Beautifully accomplished and memorable' The Times Set in contemporary Bombay and other cities, these stories reflect the kaleidoscope of urban life - evoking the colour, sounds and white-hot heat of the city. Warm, perceptive, humorous and touched with sadness, Anita Desai's stories are peopled with intensely individual characters - the man spiritually transformed by the surface texture of a melon; the American wife who, homesick for the verdant farmlands of Vermont, turns to the hippies in the Indian hills; the painter living in a slum who fills his canvasses with flowers, birds and landscapes he has never seen.

Nature is continually enticing us to spend time in her embrace, through the calling of birds, the babbling of brooks and streams, the fragrant smell of the flowers and the whispers of the trees as the wind blows through their branches. Through this vibrant deck, featuring the exquisite artwork of Josephine Wall, nature beckons you to experience a world of profound beauty and timeless wisdom. Re-ignite your connection to the great spirit of Mother Earth and tap into the profound peace, healing and guidance she offers us - if we only take a moment to listen.

Nature is continually enticing us to spend time in her embrace, through the calling of birds, the babbling of brooks and streams, the fragrant smell of the flowers and the whispers of the trees as the wind blows through their branches..Through this vibrant deck, featuring the exquisite artwork of Josephine Wall, nature beckons you to experience a world of profound beauty and timeless wisdom..Re-ignite your connection to the great spirit of Mother Earth and tap into the profound peace, healing and guidance she offers us-if we only take a moment to listen.