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A Family of Trees

My First Book of Forests

Peggy Thomas author

Format:Board book

Publisher:Phaidon Press Ltd

Published:22nd May '24

£12.95

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A Family of Trees cover

This beautifully illustrated book introduces young readers to the wonders of forests and tree communication, making learning enjoyable and engaging.

In A Family of Trees, young children aged 2-4 are introduced to the enchanting world of forests through a poetic and engaging narrative. This beautifully illustrated book invites little ones to discover how trees communicate, care for one another, and share resources, much like a family. As the story unfolds, children will be captivated by the idea that trees not only exist in isolation but form interconnected communities that thrive together.

The innovative accordion-style format of A Family of Trees allows the book to extend into a stunning forest-scape that measures over eight feet long. This unique feature transforms reading time into an immersive experience, encouraging children to visually explore the lush temperate forest and its inhabitants. Back panels provide additional illustrations of diverse forest environments from around the globe, enriching the reader's understanding of the various ecosystems that trees support.

With secondary text offering educational insights into tree science and the flora and fauna dependent on forest habitats, this book serves as both a delightful read-aloud and an informative resource. Housed in a charming gift case with a magnetic closure, A Family of Trees is not only a treasured storybook but also a beautiful display piece for any child’s room, making it a perfect addition to early childhood literature.

‘A beautifully crafted journey through the forest … Captivates both young minds and their guardians with its poetic narrative and expansive, intricate visuals.’ – Little Cub Literacy

‘A very attractive fold-out book.’ – Five Books  

‘Superb … Serves as a spectacular starter for young readers to unearth the majesty of forests.’ – Olivia the Librarian

‘Charming.’ – Cracking the Cover

ISBN: 9781838667917

Dimensions: 170mm x 118mm x 31mm

Weight: unknown

42 pages