Elk Valley Alphabet Series
by Charné Baird
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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.
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Elk Valley Alphabet Adventures Book
A rhyming journey in the heart of the Canadian Rockies
For the whole family to enjoy.
The Elk River flows,
Its waters so clear,
Splish, splash,
It’s nature I hear.
From ammonite to zipline, explore the Elk Valley like never before.
This family-friendly A-Z book combines playful rhymes and stunning photography with a heartfelt connection to the valley. It features local moments, familiar places, and everyday magic found in the heart of the Canadian Rockies.
Created by Fernie-based commercial photographer Charné Baird, Elk Valley Alphabet Adventures, sparks curiosity and inspires connection.
About Charné
Charné Baird is a Fernie-based commercial photographer and mother of two who uses her photography to help others explore, learn, and enjoy the Elk Valley. Inspired by local kindergarten teacher Jane Fraser, she created the Elk Valley Alphabet Card Set as an educational resource to spark curiosity and encourage a deeper connection to our surroundings.
Building on the card set, Charné combined her imagery with rhymes and adventure prompts to create Elk Valley Alphabet Adventures, a playful and engaging book that continues the journey through the valley. The book offers a heartfelt keepsake for both locals and visitors, capturing the spirit of the Elk Valley in a way that’s fun, thoughtful, and uniquely local.
