Happy National Arbor Day, 4-29-16!

Title: little tree!

Author: loren long

Illustrator: loren long

Published: October 27, 2015 – Philomel Books, an imprint of Penguin Young Readers Group

Suitable For Ages: Kindergarten – 3 years

Themes/Topics:  Science, nature, growing up, change

Opening:

“Once there was a little tree filled with little leaves…

who was surrounded by other little trees who had little leaves of their own.”

Brief Synopsis: A simple yet powerful story about change and the ability to let go no matter how difficult it is. This little tree in the forest symbolizes the inevitable struggles that occur when confronted with change and all those tough decisions that go along with it.

Why I Like This Book: Long’s brevity and beautiful illustrations present a simple yet powerful story with a resonating message for the young and old. An absolute gem! A must have for every Picture Book library.

Extensions for the book: 

http://www.forestinfo.org/lesson_plans/3-5

http://illinoisearlylearning.org/illinoispip/guides/trees.html

http://www.learningliftoff.com/kindergarten-science-learning-activity-symmetry-trees/#.VyNnyvkrJkh

https://www.plt.org/environmental-curriculum-resources-for-teachers?guide=10338

http://www.projectplantit.com/Site_Downloads/Teachers_Downloads/Teachers_Guide.pdf

http://facts.net/deciduous-forest-facts/

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I am fortunate enough to be part of a fabulous group of bloggers who enjoy reviewing picture books.  Accompanying each review are extensions – resources and/or activities. Interested in seeing more: To view a complete list of the plethora of books that have already been reviewed, click here on Susanna Leonard Hill’s FABULOUS website!