A charming story about the lifecycle of a mother tree and the creatures who rely on her.
After 400 years in the forest, it’s time for Old Oak to fall. With a pop, frenzy of snaps, and a flurry of movement, she leans to one side and falls heavily to rest on the forest floor. When news of beloved Old Oak spreads throughout the forest, creatures big and small gather to show their gratitude for all she gave in her rooted life.
Spanish edition
Teaches kids about all of the unique ways trees provide resources for the forest ecosystem
Includes endnotes about oak trees, tree rings, and the forest ecosystem
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Product Dimensions:10 x 9.8 inches
Page Count:32 pages
Age Range:6 to 8 years
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About the Contributors
Written by - Britt Crow-Miller
Britt Crow-Miller's life has played out against the backdrop of incredible, old trees — from climbing their branches and enjoying their shade, to walking among their roots. She now explores the forests and advocates for trees in western Massachusetts, USA, where she lives with her family and too many pets. In addition to writing, Britt also works as a professor of environmental geography and as an environmental educator.
Illustrated by - Amy Schimler-Safford
Amy Schimler-Safford recently relocated from the Southeast to the Pacific Northwest, USA, with her family. She is having fun discovering new plant and animal life to draw and paint. Having grown up by the beach, she is also finding it wonderful to be reacquainted with the local seagulls. She has illustrated many children's books including The Seagull and the Sea Captain, Inky's Amazing Escape, Look and Listen, and At the Pond.
