About This Book
A parent might reach for this book when they want to encourage a distracted or hurried child to slow down and truly notice the world around them. This gentle book asks a simple question, "What do you see when you look at a tree?", and then unfolds a world of possibilities, from the factual (rings and roots) to the fantastical (a dragon's back or a giant's hand). It beautifully nurtures curiosity, imagination, and a sense of wonder about the natural world. For ages 4 to 7, it's a perfect tool for fostering observation skills and sparking creative conversations about nature.
What Parents Should Know
Sensitive Topics
None. The book is entirely gentle, positive, and secular in its approach to nature and wonder.
Ideal Reader
A curious, imaginative 4-to-7-year-old who loves nature or art. It is also an excellent choice for a child who tends to be literal and could benefit from an invitation into imaginative thinking, or a child who needs a prompt to slow down and engage with their outdoor surroundings more mindfully.
Parent Prep
No preparation is needed, the book can be read cold. Parents should be prepared to pause on each page to allow the child time to explore the detailed illustrations and answer the questions posed by the text. The experience is enhanced by a willingness to go along with the child's imaginative interpretations. A parent notices their child rushing through a walk in the park, seemingly oblivious to the nature around them. Or, a child asks a simple question like, "Why do trees have bumps?" and the parent wants a book that expands on that curiosity in a creative, open-ended way.
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