Elk Valley Alphabet Series
by Charné Baird
About Charné
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Charné Baird, an award-winning commercial photographer with over a decade 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 children and her family’s love of the outdoors, Charné set out to make a local children’s book that sparks curiosity and encourages adventure. 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.
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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.
Printed in Canada
Although these are sold out online here, you can still find the card sets at Polar Peak Books and the Fernie Visitor Centre. -
Elk Valley Alphabet Adventures Children's Book
A rhyming journey in the heart of the Canadian Rockies.
“strikingly composed and a visual treat” —Brett Josef Grubisic, The BC Review
Elk Valley Alphabet Adventures is a rhyming, interactive children's 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 skills, and encourage adventure. Inspired by her own children and her family's love of the outdoors, Charné created this book to grow with young readers, inviting families everywhere to explore, learn, and enjoy together.
First Edition
Printed and Bound in Canada
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Elk Valley Alphabet Colouring Book, Printed Edition (Coming Soon)
A new addition to the Elk Valley Alphabet Series is almost here. The bound Elk Valley Alphabet Colouring Book is printed single-sided on perforated pages, so markers won’t bleed through and finished art tears out cleanly. Hand-drawn by Charné from her original photographs, it’s something local for kids 4 and up, and anyone who loves colouring.
Printed in Canada
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Elk Valley Alphabet Colouring Book, Printable Edition (PDF Download)
From ammonite to zipline, this hand-drawn colouring book invites artists of all ages to colour their way through the Elk Valley. Each page pairs with a rhyme or prompt from Elk Valley Alphabet Adventures. Available now as a printable PDF.
Personal or single classroom use only. Print as many copies as you need for your own family or students.