Elk Valley Alphabet Series

by Charné Baird

  • Elk Valley Alphabet Card Set

    Explore, Learn and Enjoy the Beauty of the Elk Valley.

    This collection of 5×7 cards is a locally inspired educational resource that captures the essence of the Elk Valley in a way that engages and inspires young minds.

    Each card features a stunning image paired with a letter of the alphabet. Whether used as a learning tool or a meaningful keepsake, the Elk Valley Alphabet Card Set invites children and families to learn in a fun and engaging way.

  • Elk Valley Alphabet Adventures Book by Charné Baird

    Elk Valley Alphabet Adventures Book

    Part of the Elk Valley Alphabet Series

    The Elk River flows,
    Its waters so clear,
    Splish, splash,
    It’s nature I hear.

    Elk Valley Alphabet Adventures is a rhyming journey in the heart of the Canadian Rockies, a book created for the whole family.

    Fernie-based commercial photographer Charné Baird pairs her stunning local photography with playful rhymes and engaging prompts that spark curiosity, build literacy, and inspire adventure. Guided by her family’s love of the outdoors and inspired by her own children, Charné created this book to grow with young readers, inviting families everywhere to explore, learn, and enjoy together.

About Charné

Charné Baird, a commercial photographer with over ten years of experience, combines her creative eye and passion for the outdoors to create her first children’s book, Elk Valley Alphabet Adventures. Inspired by her family’s love of the outdoors and her children, she set out to make a local children’s book that encourages young readers to explore, learn, and enjoy together. When she’s not behind the camera or writing, you’ll find her biking, running, swimming, skiing, or simply enjoying what Fernie and the Elk Valley have to offer.