I Am A Tree is a wide-ranging salute to The Wonderful World of Trees! It includes original color artwork, a poetic tribute to trees and all they do, along with additional chapters all about trees. Written mainly for children, it contains facts and features that will cause any reader to say, "I didn't know that." I Am a Tree, the first section, explores trees through verse with color illustrations, followed by fascinating tree facts--tree trivia covering the wide spectrum of functions trees serve in the ecological system. Next comes details on the world's great trees--oldest, tallest, largest. Trees in Spiritual Traditions tells about how trees are the universal symbol of life and spirit around the world and throughout time. The Family Fun Tree Quiz is a treat for the entire family with questions on Trees in Folklore, Books, and Movies. The book concludes with an offering of Wise Quotes About Trees to capture the imagination. It is designed to provide something of interest for the entire family from young children to adults.
"I Am A Tree" is an important and much needed educational resource highly recommended for every school & home library. Entertaining, educational, and inspirational, regardless of age, this book will forever change the way you look at trees.
Liza Wardell
District Librarian
San Jose (California) Unified School District
