The City Tree

Name: The City Tree
Brand: Arotahi Agency
SKU: 9780358423416
Price: 52.0 NZD
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By Shira Boss

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Summary

In The City Tree by Shira Boss, a young boy's ordinary city life is brightened when he discovers a small tree growing in an unlikely place. As he and his community come together to protect and nurture it, the story unfolds around themes of growth, community, and environmental care. This children's book beautifully highlights how something as simple as a tree can unite people and inspire hope.
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Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

You might enjoy this children's book if you love stories that intertwine nature with urban life, offering a unique perspective on how trees thrive in bustling cities. With its captivating narrative and enchanting illustrations, it provides a delightful journey for young readers that highlights the beauty and importance of nature in our everyday surroundings.

In this enchanting and informative picture book with environmental themes, a newly planted sidewalk tree transforms the neighborhood as residents nurture it through the seasons.

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In this enchanting and informative picture book with environmental themes, a newly planted sidewalk tree transforms the neighbourhood as residents nurture it through the seasons. Vibrantly illustrated and with extensive back matter, this is a lovely ode to how trees make cities—and communities—better. Perfect for fans of The Night Gardener and The Curious Garden.

Dani lives on a city block carpeted with concrete—until a street tree moves in.

The tree brings the wonders of nature to Dani’s doorstep and is good company through the days and seasons. But it will need help to thrive...

This love letter to the many gifts of trees reminds us to take care of our neighbours—even those with roots, branches, and leaves.

An inspiring story that will empower young readers to engage in climate activism and plant and nurture trees.
A perfect Earth Day pick.
Spectacular artwork depicts a vibrant, diverse neighbourhood.
Includes back matter that invites kids to care for the trees in their own neighbourhood.

Book Hero Magic summarised reviews for this book. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! HOW HAS THIS BEEN REVIEWED?

The City Tree is praised for transforming a simple story into a celebration of life and community. It introduces young readers to the concept of urban greening through Dani's bond with the only tree in their neighbourhood. The book is noted for its tranquil narrative, making it a perfect bedtime choice. Detailed illustrations highlight seasonal changes and encourage environmental stewardship, complemented by informative back matter on caring for street trees.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780358423416

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 25 May 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Clarion Books

Contributors:

Illustrated by Lorena Alvarez

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 244.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 358g

Pages: 40

Collections

Children's Books Children's Early Years Children's Fiction Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Shira Boss Young Adult

About the Author

Shira Boss lives in New York City, home to 234 species of street trees! Her favorite is the dawn redwood, a conifer that drops its needles in fall. She learned about the special lives of street trees from the urban arborist Bob Redman. Shira wrote about Bob's childhood in her picture book Up in the Leaves: The True Story of the Central Park Treehouses, a Junior Library Guild selection. The couple shares their tiny Upper West Side apartment with two sons, one whippet, about 150 library books at a time, and nine species of trees in their roof garden. Visit Shira at shiraboss.com.