Floris publish books in two main areas: non-fiction for adults, and books for children. Within our non-fiction list, we focus on quality books which look at the world a little differently. Our books cover all aspects of holistic and alternative living, including Steiner-Waldorf education, biodynamics and organics, holistic health, philosophy of the natural world, mind body spirit, parenting and child health, philosophy of human life and religion & spirituality.
We're also the largest children's book publisher in Scotland. We publish board and picture books for 0-7 year olds, including international stories in translation and nostalgic classics from illustrators such as Elsa Beskow, as well as the Picture Kelpies range of Scottish picture books; story books and anthologies for 6-10 year olds; and the Kelpies, a much-loved range of Scottish children's fiction for 1-15 year olds. We also publish a wide range of craft and activity books suitable for children and adults of all ages.
Ben helps in Grandpa's garden through the year and learns all about the life cycle of the bumblebees. This charming picture book highlights the importance of bee conservation through a lyrical story and luminous illustrations.
A heart-warming festive tale about a little tomte (Scandinavian gnome) who hopes that Christmas will come. Created by an acclaimed Finnish author and illustrator.
A wonderful resource book for any Waldorf or Waldorf-inspired kindergarten. It is full of engaging and educational nature activities to help children connect with the seasons alongside valuable background reading and advice for educators.
Sam and his best friend the gnome often leave gifts for each other in the forest. One day, Sam decides to make a special gift for his friend. A charming story of friendship for young children, with warm illustrations.
A wonderful resource book for any Waldorf or Waldorf-inspired kindergarten. Encourage children to engage with the seasons as they build bird boxes, use plant dyes, make earthworm boxes, grow and cook fresh herbs, make Easter bowls and care for butterflies. As well as fun nature activities - both indoor and outside - for children, this book ......
If there's a wild animal in trouble, the Animal Adventure Club are here to help!
Isla, Buzz and Gracie love helping the rangers at their local nature reserve -- and they love animals! So when a baby deer gets trapped, they're the first to the rescue. Can they save the little creature -- even with new girl Lexi ......
The traditional Christmas meal in Prague isn't turkey or ham, but a special kind of Christmas fish. On Christmas Eve, Tom chooses his live fish at the market, and calls it Peppo. He carefully carries it home, through the streets of Prague's old town, in a big bag of water. Tom loves his new pet, but what fate awaits Peppo as the Christmas meal ......
Delightful verses and delicate, playful illustrations take young children through the special joys of each month of the year, from icy February to the green shoots of April, the red poppies of July, September's apples and the delights of December. A mini edition of Elsa Beskow's classic picture book.
