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Trees
A lyrical narrative and lovely, graphic illustrations pay tribute to the beauty and importance of the trees all around us.
Trees change through the seasons springing to life, bearing fruit, and losing their leaves before a period of sleep. They clean the air we breathe, provide seeds and homes for creatures, and extend their shade to everyone equally. Throughout all these changes, trees are constant, patiently learning to grow and flourish wherever they might be. Trees is a reverent and poetic homage that invites the reader to take a closer look at these magnificent beings."
Trees change through the seasons springing to life, bearing fruit, and losing their leaves before a period of sleep. They clean the air we breathe, provide seeds and homes for creatures, and extend their shade to everyone equally. Throughout all these changes, trees are constant, patiently learning to grow and flourish wherever they might be. Trees is a reverent and poetic homage that invites the reader to take a closer look at these magnificent beings."
40 pages, Hardcover
Published March 14, 2017
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Carme Lemniscates
21 books13 followersCarme Lemniscates is the author, illustrator and designer of several critically acclaimed children's books including Trees (2017), Birds (2019), Seeds (2020), and El jardín mágico, for which she won the 2017 SCBWI Crystal Kite Award. She has also illustrated Jennifer Adams's I Am a Warrior Goddess (2018), Kate Coombs's BabyLit Little Poets board book series, and Hillary and Chelsea Clinton's Grandma's Gardens (2020).
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March 23, 2020
Trees has some wonderful artwork for this story. It looks like the trees have been finger-painted. They are wonderful. This is a celebration of trees in a very beginning book.
I didn’t read this to either child as it’s beneath them. If one of them was big into art styles, I would show them, but they really aren’t. I thought it was a nice beginning book and it’s about one of my favorite subjects - Trees.
I didn’t read this to either child as it’s beneath them. If one of them was big into art styles, I would show them, but they really aren’t. I thought it was a nice beginning book and it’s about one of my favorite subjects - Trees.
February 6, 2020
This picture book introduces young readers to trees, touching upon their importance.
“Trees are marvelous beings.”
This picture book will help cultivate a love and appreciation of trees. It depicts the structure of trees and describes what trees do during the four seasons. It illustrates a few of their benefits to the ecosystem. This book also tells one way that trees help mitigate the negative effects humans have on the planet.
“Trees clean the air we breathe.”
If human beings continue on our current course, it is now estimated that our species may be extinct in as few as 150 years. And it fills me with despair to think about the global turmoil, violence, and starvation in which my great-grandchildren will die.
Reducing carbon emission — even drastically — won’t be enough to save us. We will still need to lower the amount of carbon already in the atmosphere to avert the catastrophic destruction of our planet. But there remains one hope: trees. These extraordinarily plants can help turn the tide. Swiss scientists believe planting 1 trillion trees could counteract climate change.
Each mature tree absorbs approximately 48 pounds of carbon dioxide per year. Trees lower the heat index by providing a shade canopy. Trees prevent erosion. Forests regulate water flow and reduce flooding. Forested areas filter pollution and act as buffers that reduce chemical runoff from industrial agriculture.
"Each [tree] grows where chance has placed it ... Trees cannot change their place in the world. So they are patient and learn to live where they are."
Trees cannot act by themselves. Humans must make planting and maintaining trees in urban areas and reforestation in undeveloped areas a top priority. Hopefully, this book will plant a seed in the next generation of environmentalists who will be proactive in urban planning and the establishment urban growth boundaries beyond which development is is prohibited or severely restricted.
“Trees are marvelous beings.”
This picture book will help cultivate a love and appreciation of trees. It depicts the structure of trees and describes what trees do during the four seasons. It illustrates a few of their benefits to the ecosystem. This book also tells one way that trees help mitigate the negative effects humans have on the planet.
“Trees clean the air we breathe.”
If human beings continue on our current course, it is now estimated that our species may be extinct in as few as 150 years. And it fills me with despair to think about the global turmoil, violence, and starvation in which my great-grandchildren will die.
Reducing carbon emission — even drastically — won’t be enough to save us. We will still need to lower the amount of carbon already in the atmosphere to avert the catastrophic destruction of our planet. But there remains one hope: trees. These extraordinarily plants can help turn the tide. Swiss scientists believe planting 1 trillion trees could counteract climate change.
Each mature tree absorbs approximately 48 pounds of carbon dioxide per year. Trees lower the heat index by providing a shade canopy. Trees prevent erosion. Forests regulate water flow and reduce flooding. Forested areas filter pollution and act as buffers that reduce chemical runoff from industrial agriculture.
"Each [tree] grows where chance has placed it ... Trees cannot change their place in the world. So they are patient and learn to live where they are."
Trees cannot act by themselves. Humans must make planting and maintaining trees in urban areas and reforestation in undeveloped areas a top priority. Hopefully, this book will plant a seed in the next generation of environmentalists who will be proactive in urban planning and the establishment urban growth boundaries beyond which development is is prohibited or severely restricted.
November 18, 2016
4.5 stars - simple yet effective.
March 27, 2017
A simple book about trees. Nicely illustrated.
August 24, 2017
The second picture book by author/illustrator Lemniscates. Her bio on goodreads states that she “encourages creative thinking and curiosity about subjects such as nature” and other topics. This book falls in the category of nature curiosity for the young.
The text is simple and approaches the topic of the environment in more than just the seasons. It mentions that a tree “provides homes to many” showing a tree with several birds nests “and shade for all” with a child and a cow under the tree and a big orange sun behind it.
Illustrations are a collage of different techniques in colors that coincide with the seasons mentioned at the beginning of the book; winter is predominantly light blue, spring is pink and red hues with some greenish blue tints, summer bears orange too, and fall’s only color is red. The illustrations do have some details, which makes this book a nice addition to read to preschoolers or could be used in a kindergarten study about trees.
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The text is simple and approaches the topic of the environment in more than just the seasons. It mentions that a tree “provides homes to many” showing a tree with several birds nests “and shade for all” with a child and a cow under the tree and a big orange sun behind it.
Illustrations are a collage of different techniques in colors that coincide with the seasons mentioned at the beginning of the book; winter is predominantly light blue, spring is pink and red hues with some greenish blue tints, summer bears orange too, and fall’s only color is red. The illustrations do have some details, which makes this book a nice addition to read to preschoolers or could be used in a kindergarten study about trees.
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September 7, 2019
The story is about trees and the wonders they do in many different locations on earth. Some trees are by rivers and some are in the wilderness. Trees have many different purposes such as providing us the air that we breathe, giving shade to all, and providing homes for animals. Trees are able to adapt to where they are planted. Trees are marvelous beings. The trees around us are of the utmost importance.
This story is such a good reminder of why we need trees. I mean, it literally gives us the air that we breathe. I love the illustrations and really brings the book to life.
This could be used in a classroom to teach the importance of our environments and what is around us, such as trees and the many wonders it does for us. I would highly recommend this book.
This story is such a good reminder of why we need trees. I mean, it literally gives us the air that we breathe. I love the illustrations and really brings the book to life.
This could be used in a classroom to teach the importance of our environments and what is around us, such as trees and the many wonders it does for us. I would highly recommend this book.
August 15, 2018
Here in the middle of the summer, while forest fires rage across the world, I have been pondering the significance of trees and what happens when they disappear.
I like this book a lot. It's is beautifully illustrated in an abstract fashion. Each chunk of text imparts important information about trees. I am especially happy by the page that states, "Trees use their roots to communicate and to help one another." It's true, but I wasn't sure this nugget of truth would make it into a picture book.
We need to do more to save trees and ourselves.
I like this book a lot. It's is beautifully illustrated in an abstract fashion. Each chunk of text imparts important information about trees. I am especially happy by the page that states, "Trees use their roots to communicate and to help one another." It's true, but I wasn't sure this nugget of truth would make it into a picture book.
We need to do more to save trees and ourselves.
August 17, 2019
The spectacular artwork is the main reason to check out this otherwise quite simple book about all the marvelous things trees do for our planet.
Take a look . . .
Recommended to nature-lovers young and old.
Take a look . . .
Recommended to nature-lovers young and old.
September 13, 2017
This book is a solid 5 stars for me because of the way it fills so many needs from story time to classroom instruction. I love the simple, yet sometimes profound, text combined with the bold illustrations, reminiscent of block prints. From seeds to shade and roots to branches this lovely book will be a wonderful jumping off place to enhance deep discussions about the wonder of trees. It will appeal to all ages 2 - 10.
August 26, 2017
The words show the attributes of trees for which we are grateful, and the lovely graphic illustrations show the beauty of each of those attributes. They include the giving of fruit and shade, the cleaning of air, the offer of a home and more. It may be an inspirational beginning of a tree study for young children.
January 27, 2021
The best time to plant a tree is 20 years ago. The next best time is today. Chinese Proverb
This is a lovely book that quietly conveys what trees are, how they live, and what they do. The illustrations beautifully magnify the simple text in what I would call biblioharmony. Snuggle up with your little one and check out Trees by Lemnisactes.
This is a lovely book that quietly conveys what trees are, how they live, and what they do. The illustrations beautifully magnify the simple text in what I would call biblioharmony. Snuggle up with your little one and check out Trees by Lemnisactes.
September 17, 2017
Very nice book highlighting the importance of trees, while providing basic information about them. I enjoyed the illustrations, which were very unique and had interesting detail, such as the hearts underground with the roots. It was nice to have the black bird follow throughout the book. This book would be good for introducing younger readers to trees.
September 11, 2017
A wonderful read and a true inspiration. The art is exquisite. Good for those parents seeking books that are memorable and that are not twaddle, as per the Charlotte Mason method of home education. A must for those who home school!
October 5, 2019
A nice, picture-book style nonfiction book on trees. Goes through the seasons, and explains in simple terms how trees help us out (providing shade, fruit, and cleaning the air). Only a sentence or so on each page, so it's not like an overload of information for younger readers.
March 13, 2017
Gorgeous illustrations about the wonder of trees.
May 17, 2017
great illustrations and would be fun for a yoga program
June 6, 2017
A poetic celebration of trees backed by stunning mixed media artwork. Highly recommended for PreK-2.
July 15, 2017
Simple book about trees and their importance in the environment.
July 27, 2017
Beautiful.
October 13, 2017
Cute junior non-fiction book that was more a picture book than actually informative.
December 20, 2017
Good for babies and toddlers. Would be good as a companion for a 2018 Longwood Gardens Community Read event.
January 6, 2018
An informative and simple story about the importance of trees to our environment. The perfect amount of information for a child. Plus, beautiful and color filled illustrations make every page POP!
April 19, 2018
Lovely illustrations. Simple text for the life of trees.
May 1, 2018
This is a simple, yet very informative book about trees for children. The illustrations are stunning.
August 8, 2018
"Trees are marvelous beings." Indeed!
May 8, 2019
A great reminder of what trees do for us and the world with a simple reminder to help them continue their journey.
November 27, 2019
Short but sweet with some basic facts about trees. This was fun for a quick read at the library with my 4.75 year old son.
May 18, 2020
In Estonia, we are lucky enough to still be able to witness four very distinct seasons - spring, summer, autumn and winter. The most visible aspect of any of these seasons is how trees change. In the springtime, small green buds pop up on their branches and remind us all that nature is about to wake up from its slumber. With the summer sun bearing down on our heads, we find shelter under the vast leafy roofs that trees provide for us. Once autumn rolls around, these leaves turn our forests, parks and gardens into a beautiful show of warm colours. And in the winter, they sleep under snowy pillows, waiting to blossom yet again.
Carme Lemniscates has, with very few words and lovable illustrations, described trees and their importance to all of us. From the way they provide homes to nesting birds, grow fruit or clean our air - trees are essential to all life on planet Earth. The book, very cleverly and with only a few non-preachy sentences, is able to convey its message to younger and older readers. It is a message that needs to be heard.
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This review was also posted on Tallinn Central Library's reading blog "Joy of Reading" on May 16th 2020.
Carme Lemniscates has, with very few words and lovable illustrations, described trees and their importance to all of us. From the way they provide homes to nesting birds, grow fruit or clean our air - trees are essential to all life on planet Earth. The book, very cleverly and with only a few non-preachy sentences, is able to convey its message to younger and older readers. It is a message that needs to be heard.
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This review was also posted on Tallinn Central Library's reading blog "Joy of Reading" on May 16th 2020.
September 15, 2021
What stood out to me most from this book are the artistic elements! This is a short story about the seasonal changes trees go through as well as trees in general. I love all the bits of color that are distributed throughout this book as well at the simplistic nature. The way the seasonal changes are depicted are also very pretty and uniquely interpreted. I also noticed the literature in this book is somewhat poetic. Because of this poetic element it would be a great book to introduce to children.
If I were to incorporate this book into a class I would read this with my students and make sure to closely observe the illustrations. I love the prints in this book especially the end pages. After reading this book with students and talking about the illustrations I would then show examples of other prints and how it is an art form. I think it would be fun to carve prints of our own which can even be down in a potato! I think the book "Trees" would be a great book to read as a way to intro into an art lesson.
If I were to incorporate this book into a class I would read this with my students and make sure to closely observe the illustrations. I love the prints in this book especially the end pages. After reading this book with students and talking about the illustrations I would then show examples of other prints and how it is an art form. I think it would be fun to carve prints of our own which can even be down in a potato! I think the book "Trees" would be a great book to read as a way to intro into an art lesson.
January 26, 2022
“Trees” is a beautiful tribute to the trees we see everyday. Trees change with every season, clean the air we breath, and provide shade and homes for animals. Most of all, trees are constant and learning how to adapt to the environment around them. This is a book honoring the importance of trees and gives the reader knowledge about the importance of trees and all the work they do for us and the environment.
This is an example of a book that could be nonfiction but doesn’t necessarily appear that way. The illustrations in this book are beautiful and capture the reader. The book gives so many facts about trees in a way that is intriguing to a reader.
This book would be great to use in a science unit talking about trees. This would also be a cool book to use when talking about cause and effect. For example, we could discuss how the season changes and because of that the leaves fall off trees. We could also talk about a tree having big branches and leaves, resulting in a good shady spot.
This is an example of a book that could be nonfiction but doesn’t necessarily appear that way. The illustrations in this book are beautiful and capture the reader. The book gives so many facts about trees in a way that is intriguing to a reader.
This book would be great to use in a science unit talking about trees. This would also be a cool book to use when talking about cause and effect. For example, we could discuss how the season changes and because of that the leaves fall off trees. We could also talk about a tree having big branches and leaves, resulting in a good shady spot.
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