D Is for Dala Horse: A Nordic Countries Alphabet

By Kathy-jo Wargin

Book Overview

Gives young readers an A-Z tour of of Sweden, Norway, Finland, Denmark, Iceland, Greenland, the Faroe Islands, and Aland.

While they may share a region and some traditions, each has its own distinct geography, history, and heritage. Explore Greenland where, contrary to its name, more than 80 percent of the land is covered by an ice cap. It is home to the polar bear, as well as walrus, reindeer, and seal. Stop off in Copenhagen, the capital city of Denmark - the statue of the Little Mermaid from Hans Christian Andersen's fairy tale can be found near the harbor. Visit Sweden's lively Jokkmokk Winter Market which draws visitors from around the world, or sample the tasty fare of a Swedish smorgasbord.

D is for Dala Horse explores the customs, traditions, and history of this remarkable corrner of the world.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1585365106
• ISBN13: 9781585365104
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 1.25 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 11.1" x 10.1"
• Age Range: 6 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Grades 1 to 3

Customer Reviews

So beautiful!

The illustrations are amazing and well written for education