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A touching and uplifting story about love, change, and the importance of the natural environment in all our lives.
One Tree tells the story of one tall tree on the mountain that once marked Grandfather's farm. Now, there is a busy city, and Grandfather lives with us in our apartment.
Once he told stories, but now he stays silent. Until one day, in the city market, I find something precious... something that brings Grandfather's memories alive again.
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One Tree by Christopher Cheng is highly praised for its heartwarming narrative on love, family, resilience, and nature, set against the backdrop of Chinese cultural elements. The story effectively honours the wisdom and influence of elders, portraying the evolving relationships within families. Bruce Whatley's illustrations, which resemble a digital linocut style, add depth and richness, enhancing the text with visual interest and emotional resonance. This book is celebrated as a life-affirming tale that encourages change and underscores the significance of listening to our elders, recommended for young readers aged five and up.
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INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780143786733
Publisher: Penguin Random House Australia
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 02 April 2019
Country: Australia
Imprint: Puffin
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Bruce Whatley
- Illustrated by Bruce Whatley
- Illustrated by Bruce Whatley
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 11.0mm
Width: 232.0mm
Height: 290.0mm
Weight: 420g
Pages: 32
About the Author
Christopher Cheng (Author) Christopher Cheng is an award-winning children's fiction and non fiction author. He dwells in an inner-city Sydney terrace and presents to people of all ages at schools and festivals worldwide. He has a Master of Arts in Children's Literature and was a Literacy Ambassador for the Australian Federal Government. He is a member of the International Advisory Council for SCBWI (Society of Children's Book Writers and Illustrators) and an Ambassador for NCACL (the National Centre for Australian Children's Literature). His most recent picture book, Dragon Folding, is a tribute to his neighbours and godson who give so freely of their love and support. Other picture books include Bear and Rat, lovingly written for his amazing wife Bini, and illustrated by Stephen Michael King, which has been published in many countries worldwide. One Tree, illustrated by Bruce Whatley, was shortlisted in the NSW Premier's Literary Awards, and is a CBCA Notable Book. One Child, illustrated by Steven Woolman, won the Wilderness Society Environment Award for Picture Books (Australia) and the Skipping Stones Honour Book (USA). Christopher also worked with Sarah Davis on the critically acclaimed picture book Sounds Spooky which won an Aurealis Award in the picture book category and is a CBCA Notable Book. Christopher is often heard to announce that he has the best job in the world! Bruce Whatley (Illustrator) Since 1992 Bruce Whatley has written and/or illustrated more than 90 children's picture books. His internationally award-winning titles include his first two books, The Ugliest Dog in the World and Looking for Crabs. He often writes with his wife Rosie Smith and has also had much success with the Diary of a Wombat series created with Jackie French. Bruce uses a variety of illustration mediums including gouache, pen and ink, pencil, oils, watercolour and more recently CGI software. Tin Toys, The Watchmaker Who Saved Christmas and Ruben are classic examples of his search for new ways to create images. Bruce and Rosie live on the south coast of New South Wales.
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