A modern fable with an urgent message for young environmentalists.
Lynne Cherry journeyed deep into the rain forests of Brazil to write and illustrate this gorgeous picture book about a man who exhausts himself trying to chop down a giant kapok tree. While he sleeps, the forest’s residents, including a child from the Yanomamo tribe, whisper in his ear about the importance of trees and how "all living things depend on one another" . . . and it works. Cherry’s lovingly rendered colored pencil and watercolor drawings of all the "wondrous and rare animals" evoke the lush rain forests. Features stunning world maps bordered by detailed illustrations of fascinating rainforest creatures. An IRA Teacher’s Choice (1991), ABA’s Pick of the Lists, Reading Rainbow Review Book, NSTA-CBC Outstanding Trade Book for Children.
Publisher : HMH Books for Young Readers; First edition (March 13, 2000)
Paperback
Language : English
Reading age : 4 - 7 years
Lexile measure : 590L
Grade level : Preschool - 3
Item Weight : 7.2 ounces
Dimensions : 9 x 0.17 x 11 inches
Recommended by the OCSTA for Cathoilc Education Week 2021
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ISBN: 9780152026141
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