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Big Tree

By Brian Selznick
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Big Tree by Brian Selznick is a captivating adventure that follows two sycamore seeds, Louise and Merwin, on a quest for survival and growth. As they navigate through various challenges in an ever-changing world, the seeds learn about nature, resilience, and the interconnectedness of life. This beautifully illustrated story inspires wonder in young readers, celebrating the enchantment of the natural world and the enduring journey of growth.
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This beautifully illustrated children's book may appeal to you if you love diving into imaginative adventures filled with nature and friendship. The author uses a unique blend of artwork and narrative to transport readers into a world where tiny protagonists undertake a grand journey, making it a delightful read for those who appreciate stories with depth and creativity.

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When a fire kills their mama and sends their seed ball sailing into the unknown, the two must use their wits and imaginations to navigate a mysterious and often dangerous world, filled with talking plants, monsters, meteors, and the fear of never finding the right conditions to set down roots and become big trees.

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"Hello, stars. I thought I heard you calling me." A mysterious voice has been speaking to Louise in her dreams. She and her brother Merwin are sycamore seeds, who hope to one day set down roots and become big trees. But when a fire forces them to leave their mama tree prematurely, they find themselves catapulted into the unknown, far from home.

Alone and unprepared, they must use their wits and imagination to navigate a dangerous world—filled with dinosaurs, meteors, and volcanoes!—and the fear of never finding a safe place to grow up. As the mysterious voice gets louder, Louise comes to realise their mission in life may be much bigger than either of them ever could have imagined!

Brimming with humour, wonder, mystery, and a profound sense of hope, Big Tree is a trailblazing adventure, illustrated with nearly 300-pages of breathtaking pictures. It is Selznick's most imaginative and far-reaching work to date and a singular reading experience for the whole family!

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Big Tree by Brian Selznick receives high praise for its innovative storytelling and stunning illustrations. Critics highlight its captivating blend of text and art, which creates an enchanting tale that spans both intimate adventures and grand explorations of the natural world. The book is lauded for its emotional depth and its ability to resonate with both children and adults, making it a poignant, hopeful fable about life and conservation.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781338180633

Publisher: Scholastic US

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 13 April 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Scholastic US

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Scholastic

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 48.0mm

Width: 166.0mm

Height: 226.0mm

Weight: 1120g

Pages: 560

Collections

Brian Selznick Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Young Adult

About the Author

Brian Selznick's books have sold millions of copies, garnered countless awards worldwide, and been translated into more than 35 languages. He broke open the novel form with his innovative and genre-defying thematic trilogy, beginning with the Caldecott Medal-winning #1 New York Times bestseller The Invention of Hugo Cabret, adapted into Martin Scorsese's Oscar-winning movie Hugo. He followed that with the #1 New York Times bestseller, Wonderstruck, adapted into the eponymous movie by celebrated filmmaker Todd Haynes, with a screenplay by Selznick, and the New York Times bestseller, The Marvels. Selznick's two most recent books for young people, Baby Monkey, Private Eye, an ALA Notable Book co-written with his husband David Serlin, and Kaleidoscope, a New York Times Notable Children's Book of 2021, were both New York Times bestsellers as well. He also illustrated the 20th anniversary edition covers of J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series. Selznick and Serlin divide their time between Brooklyn, New York and La Jolla, California. Learn more at thebrianselznick.com and mediaroom.scholastic.com/brianselznick.

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