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The Tree Keepers: Flock
At the edge of the woods, there is a great tree. Peep through the branches and you might just see some little people who stand as tall as your thumb and have heads the size of hazelnuts.
Sylvia prefers to be alone rather than play noisy games with the other Tree Keepers. But one day, she finds a baby bird in her favourite hiding place. As Sylvia and the bird become friends, can she learn that sometimes, things are better when you have someone to share them with? This beautiful debut is a tribute to community and friendship. Sunday Times Children’s Book to Watch Out for - This charming debut picture book is about tiny people who live in trees, a baby starling and the joys of nature and of making friends. It is illustrated with a naivety that is both elegant and child-friendly.
Sylvia prefers to be alone rather than play noisy games with the other Tree Keepers. But one day, she finds a baby bird in her favourite hiding place. As Sylvia and the bird become friends, can she learn that sometimes, things are better when you have someone to share them with? This beautiful debut is a tribute to community and friendship. Sunday Times Children’s Book to Watch Out for - This charming debut picture book is about tiny people who live in trees, a baby starling and the joys of nature and of making friends. It is illustrated with a naivety that is both elegant and child-friendly.
40 pages, Paperback
First published June 15, 2019
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October 27, 2021
Perfect for all of the nature lovers out there :)
November 24, 2020
A lovely story about friendship. Silvia doesn't play with any of the other tree keepers, she likes to be alone, until one day she finds a baby bird and they become the best of friends. When the bird finds his own group and leaves with the other birds, Silvia realises that she doesn't want to be alone anymore and decides to play with the other children. This would be a lovely book to support PSHE sessions about friendship. It would also be a great whole-class text to base a unit of work around. I think the book is best suited to year 2 - year 3 children for a larger unit of work but would also be enjoyed by FS and year 1 children as a read-aloud story.
June 21, 2020
*Disclaimer: I received this book for free from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
I finished this picture book and immediately bought it for my son. It is an adorable story of a little girl befriending a lonely bird and I think many children would benefit from reading it.
The illustration style is artistic yet simple and the exact type of images that my son gets on with so I'm so glad I had a chance to read this.
4 out of 5 stars!
I finished this picture book and immediately bought it for my son. It is an adorable story of a little girl befriending a lonely bird and I think many children would benefit from reading it.
The illustration style is artistic yet simple and the exact type of images that my son gets on with so I'm so glad I had a chance to read this.
4 out of 5 stars!
June 28, 2019
This is a beautiful book, currently in hardback with a lovely matte finish. It is also the authors first book and she should be rightly proud of her achievement. The story concerns 'tree keepers', little folk who live a tree essentially and a young girl who befriends a starling. There are wider themes of friendship and belonging which all pay off nicely in the end. The illustrations are gorgeous. All earthy and with real heart. Anyone who loves nature will adore this book.
July 1, 2021
Bezaubernd bebildertes Buch mit einfacher, aber starker Botschaft
Am Rande des Waldes steht ein großer Baum. In diesem Baum leben die Baumhüter. „Nähren und pflegen, sammeln und hegen, dafür sind Baumhüter da.“ Die Baumhüter haben zusammen viel Spaß, spielen oft ausgelassen miteinander. Nur Sylvia ist anders, sie ist gerne für sich und zieht sich oft alleine in ihre kleine Höhle zurück. Unerwartet erhält sie Besuch von einem Vogel, Zausel. Nachdem sie sich aneinander gewöhnt haben, werden die beiden Freunde. Sylvia darf auf Zausel reiten und entdeckt mit ihm die Welt. Eines Tages tauchen viele weitere Vögel auf. Zausel fühlt sich in ihrer Gesellschaft wohl und beschließt, Sylvia zu verlassen, um mit seinen Artgenossen wegzufliegen. Sylvia ist traurig, doch dann kullert plötzlich eine Eichel zu Sylvia hinunter...
Die Geschichte ist klar, kindgemäß und gut verständlich formuliert. Es braucht nur wenige Worte, um viel zu erzählen.
Autorin Gemma Koomen hat zur Geschichte wunderschöne, lebendige, ausdrucksstarke, wirklich besondere Bilder gemalt. Die Farben sind recht gedeckt, Grau-, Grün- und Brauntöne dominieren. Die Maltechnik erinnert an Wasserfarben-Bilder, etwas naiv, aber sehr liebevoll, detailliert und zweifellos wunderschön zum Anschauen. Das Buch hat DINA4-Format. Kinder ab vier Jahren werden beim Vorlesen die Geschichte schon erfassen, aber auch ältere Kinder werden sich von den Bildern und der Botschaft noch angesprochen fühlen.
Sylvia ist sehr still und zurückhaltend. Mit ihr können sich schüchterne Kinder bestimmt gut identifizieren. Nicht für alle Kinder ist das unkomplizierte Spiel mit anderen Kindern selbstverständlich. Manche Kinder sind wie Sylvia gerne allein. Zausel der Star ist so ganz anders als Sylvia. Sylvia muss sich an seine Eigenarten - er ist laut, dreckig und immer hungrig - erst einmal gewöhnen. Doch sie lernt schon bald seine Gesellschaft zu schätzen. Sylvia und Zausel sind simple, klar definierte Figuren, grundverschieden, aber dennoch passen sie zusammen, sie tun einander gut.
„Sylvia und der Vogel“ ist eine ganz schlichte Geschichte und doch enthält sie eine wichtige Aussage. Zusammen ist manches schöner als allein. Es lohnt sich, sich auf andere einzulassen, auch wenn das anstrengend sein kann und Geduld und Toleranz verlangt. Das Zusammensein belohnt die Mühe. Ein herausragendes, bezaubernd bebildertes Buch mit einfacher, kleiner, aber starker Botschaft zu immer wieder Anschauen und darin Versinken.
Am Rande des Waldes steht ein großer Baum. In diesem Baum leben die Baumhüter. „Nähren und pflegen, sammeln und hegen, dafür sind Baumhüter da.“ Die Baumhüter haben zusammen viel Spaß, spielen oft ausgelassen miteinander. Nur Sylvia ist anders, sie ist gerne für sich und zieht sich oft alleine in ihre kleine Höhle zurück. Unerwartet erhält sie Besuch von einem Vogel, Zausel. Nachdem sie sich aneinander gewöhnt haben, werden die beiden Freunde. Sylvia darf auf Zausel reiten und entdeckt mit ihm die Welt. Eines Tages tauchen viele weitere Vögel auf. Zausel fühlt sich in ihrer Gesellschaft wohl und beschließt, Sylvia zu verlassen, um mit seinen Artgenossen wegzufliegen. Sylvia ist traurig, doch dann kullert plötzlich eine Eichel zu Sylvia hinunter...
Die Geschichte ist klar, kindgemäß und gut verständlich formuliert. Es braucht nur wenige Worte, um viel zu erzählen.
Autorin Gemma Koomen hat zur Geschichte wunderschöne, lebendige, ausdrucksstarke, wirklich besondere Bilder gemalt. Die Farben sind recht gedeckt, Grau-, Grün- und Brauntöne dominieren. Die Maltechnik erinnert an Wasserfarben-Bilder, etwas naiv, aber sehr liebevoll, detailliert und zweifellos wunderschön zum Anschauen. Das Buch hat DINA4-Format. Kinder ab vier Jahren werden beim Vorlesen die Geschichte schon erfassen, aber auch ältere Kinder werden sich von den Bildern und der Botschaft noch angesprochen fühlen.
Sylvia ist sehr still und zurückhaltend. Mit ihr können sich schüchterne Kinder bestimmt gut identifizieren. Nicht für alle Kinder ist das unkomplizierte Spiel mit anderen Kindern selbstverständlich. Manche Kinder sind wie Sylvia gerne allein. Zausel der Star ist so ganz anders als Sylvia. Sylvia muss sich an seine Eigenarten - er ist laut, dreckig und immer hungrig - erst einmal gewöhnen. Doch sie lernt schon bald seine Gesellschaft zu schätzen. Sylvia und Zausel sind simple, klar definierte Figuren, grundverschieden, aber dennoch passen sie zusammen, sie tun einander gut.
„Sylvia und der Vogel“ ist eine ganz schlichte Geschichte und doch enthält sie eine wichtige Aussage. Zusammen ist manches schöner als allein. Es lohnt sich, sich auf andere einzulassen, auch wenn das anstrengend sein kann und Geduld und Toleranz verlangt. Das Zusammensein belohnt die Mühe. Ein herausragendes, bezaubernd bebildertes Buch mit einfacher, kleiner, aber starker Botschaft zu immer wieder Anschauen und darin Versinken.
May 31, 2021
Sylvia ist eine Baumhüterin, das heißt sie lebt mit ihren Volk in den Bäumen und ist dabei nur so groß wie ein Daumen. Die Baumhüter pflegen die Natur und ihre Heimat: die Bäume. Es ist eine eingeschworene Gemeinschaft, doch Sylvia hat keine Freunde. Da landet eines Tages ein junger Vogel bei ihr und die junge Hüterin kümmert sich um ihn. Die beiden werden Freunde und eröffnen einander eine neue Welt.
Cover und Titel des Kinderbuches sind eher etwas altmodischer. Daher war ich auch erst gar nicht auf die Geschichte aufmerksam geworden. Doch ein Blick ins Innere verzauberte mich direkt.
Die Illustrationen wurden mit Tusche gemalt und ihre Farbigkeit ist sehr naturgetreu. Die Details der Welt der Baumhüter ist bezaubernd und machte Spaß zu entdecken. Der Text, ein paar Verse pro Seite, webt sich in die großflächige Bilderlandschaft ein und macht das Buch somit zu einem Gesamtkunstwerk.
Außerdem stecken in dem Kinderbuch einige wichtige Botschaften. Achte die Natur und gib dir einen Ruck, damit die Leute dich so sehen können wie du bist.
Noch schöner finde ich allerdings, dass das Kinderbuch um Sylvia und ihren Vogelfreund die Fantasie anregt. Wie wäre es wohl, wenn wir alle nur cm-groß wären und unsere Heimat die Bäume wären. Ich freue mich darauf mit meinem Baby in ein paar Jahren darüber zu philosophieren.
Hinter dem unscheinbaren Äußeren von Gemma Koomens "Sylvia und der Vogel" steckt die fantasievolle Welt der Baumhüter. Die eingeschworene Gemeinschaft hat einige tolle Botschaften dabei, die ich gerne vorlesen werde. Für Groß und Klein ein tolles Bilderbucherlebnis.
Cover und Titel des Kinderbuches sind eher etwas altmodischer. Daher war ich auch erst gar nicht auf die Geschichte aufmerksam geworden. Doch ein Blick ins Innere verzauberte mich direkt.
Die Illustrationen wurden mit Tusche gemalt und ihre Farbigkeit ist sehr naturgetreu. Die Details der Welt der Baumhüter ist bezaubernd und machte Spaß zu entdecken. Der Text, ein paar Verse pro Seite, webt sich in die großflächige Bilderlandschaft ein und macht das Buch somit zu einem Gesamtkunstwerk.
Außerdem stecken in dem Kinderbuch einige wichtige Botschaften. Achte die Natur und gib dir einen Ruck, damit die Leute dich so sehen können wie du bist.
Noch schöner finde ich allerdings, dass das Kinderbuch um Sylvia und ihren Vogelfreund die Fantasie anregt. Wie wäre es wohl, wenn wir alle nur cm-groß wären und unsere Heimat die Bäume wären. Ich freue mich darauf mit meinem Baby in ein paar Jahren darüber zu philosophieren.
Hinter dem unscheinbaren Äußeren von Gemma Koomens "Sylvia und der Vogel" steckt die fantasievolle Welt der Baumhüter. Die eingeschworene Gemeinschaft hat einige tolle Botschaften dabei, die ich gerne vorlesen werde. Für Groß und Klein ein tolles Bilderbucherlebnis.
November 13, 2023
The story follows a young girl called Sylvia, who starts the story being alone and finds comfort in her secret den. However, things change when Sylvia finds a young bird called Scruff in her den.
Sylvia and Scruff start their adventure when Scruff wants to fly. Sylvia doesn't want to miss out on this and decides she wants fly with Scruff. They both together soar through the sky and travel over beautifully illustrated landscapes.
The narrative then shifts when Scruff finds birds, just like him- Scruff is no longer lost and Sylvia notices this. They say their goodbyes, which leaves Sylvia dealing with the big emotion of abandonment. However, all is not lost as Sylvia makes friends with her fellow Tree Keepers and finds comfort in the company of others.
This picture book deals with quite big emotions, such as feeling lost and abandoned. In addition to this, there are big themes which run throughout such as making friends and pushing yourself for an adventure. These feelings and themes are supported with beautiful illustrations of tiny little people tending to the tree, landscapes and flocks of bird.
I think this book could be used for many different lessons...
- English - setting description based from the landscapes illustrated. First person narrative of either Scruff or Sylvia. Non-chronological report of the changes made in the season of Autumn
- Science - seasons
- PSHE - friendships and wellbeing
- Art - clay sculptures of the tiny people or Scruff
I loved this picture book and was totally drawn in by the illustrations.
Sylvia and Scruff start their adventure when Scruff wants to fly. Sylvia doesn't want to miss out on this and decides she wants fly with Scruff. They both together soar through the sky and travel over beautifully illustrated landscapes.
The narrative then shifts when Scruff finds birds, just like him- Scruff is no longer lost and Sylvia notices this. They say their goodbyes, which leaves Sylvia dealing with the big emotion of abandonment. However, all is not lost as Sylvia makes friends with her fellow Tree Keepers and finds comfort in the company of others.
This picture book deals with quite big emotions, such as feeling lost and abandoned. In addition to this, there are big themes which run throughout such as making friends and pushing yourself for an adventure. These feelings and themes are supported with beautiful illustrations of tiny little people tending to the tree, landscapes and flocks of bird.
I think this book could be used for many different lessons...
- English - setting description based from the landscapes illustrated. First person narrative of either Scruff or Sylvia. Non-chronological report of the changes made in the season of Autumn
- Science - seasons
- PSHE - friendships and wellbeing
- Art - clay sculptures of the tiny people or Scruff
I loved this picture book and was totally drawn in by the illustrations.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 27, 2021
Sylvia und der Vogel ist eine wunderschön illustrierte kurze Geschichte über die Freundschaft zwischen der Baumpflegerin Sylvia und dem Vogel Zausel. Sylvia bleibt gerne für sich und hat sich daran gewöhnt ihre Arbeit alleine zu machen und ist auch gar nicht unglücklich damit. Aber eines Tages nimmt sie Zausel bei sich auf, ein Vogelkind. Sie freunden sich an und irgendwann ist Zausel groß genug um mit seinem Schwarm weiterzufliegen. Sylvia bleibt zurück, aber weil sie jetzt weiß wie eine Freundschaft sein kann, beginnt sie die anderen Baumpfleger*innen kennenzulernen und fängt an sich in der Gemeinschaft wohlzufühlen.
Gemma Koomen gelingt mit ihrem sanften und nachdrücklichen Bilderbuch eine wunderbare Geschichte über Freundschaft und was geschehen kann, wenn man sich traut und auf andere Menschen zugeht. Dieses Narrativ ist eingebunden in ein Setting, das durch Naturverbundenheit und Achtsamkeit in Bezug auf die Natur bestimmt ist. Die Farben sind zurückhaltend in Grün und Brauntönen gestaltet, werden aber kontrastiert in Rot und Gelbtönen. Die Baumpfleger*innen sind divers gestaltet und es gibt viele Details zu entdecken. Ein Buch, das man gerne immer wieder (vor-)liest!
Gemma Koomen gelingt mit ihrem sanften und nachdrücklichen Bilderbuch eine wunderbare Geschichte über Freundschaft und was geschehen kann, wenn man sich traut und auf andere Menschen zugeht. Dieses Narrativ ist eingebunden in ein Setting, das durch Naturverbundenheit und Achtsamkeit in Bezug auf die Natur bestimmt ist. Die Farben sind zurückhaltend in Grün und Brauntönen gestaltet, werden aber kontrastiert in Rot und Gelbtönen. Die Baumpfleger*innen sind divers gestaltet und es gibt viele Details zu entdecken. Ein Buch, das man gerne immer wieder (vor-)liest!
January 15, 2024
Beautiful illustrations for a sweet story about friendship and nature.
March 13, 2024
Beautiful illustrations
April 22, 2021
"At the edge of the woods, there is a great tree. Peep through the branches and you might just see some little people who stand as tall as your thumb and have heads the size of hazelnuts."
This is the premise of this sweet, debut picture book by fine-art-trained author and illustrator Gemma Koomen. It briefly introduces us to The Tree Keepers who, in a similar vein to Roald Dahl’s Minpins, are tiny people whole inhabit trees. Unlike the Minpins, the Tree Keepers live a happy and safe life, where they “nurture and mend, gather and tend”. They are a happy sociable bunch apart from young Sylvia, who prefers her own company … until she discovers a baby starling and strikes up a close friendship.
The illustrations in this book are a delight and the accompanying story is told in a lyrical style. It doesn’t rhyme on purpose but there are instances where poetry slips in, through rhyme and alliteration, for example. It feels natural, not forced. Sylvia’s friendship with Scruff the starling is a lovely example of being with someone you are most comfortable with, rather than who you are ‘supposed’ to be with, though this presents its own problems when Scruff decides to join its flock, leaving Sylvia once again alone. Having tasted the joy of friendship, though, she is unhappy when it ends, but she has learned a valuable lesson and is now more open to being with the other Tree Keepers, just as Scruff is with the birds.
You will enjoy this tale if you like traditional stories celebrating nature and friendship. The illustrations are playful, with a childlike innocence that is charming. A great book for Spring as we look ahead to the coming year.
This is the premise of this sweet, debut picture book by fine-art-trained author and illustrator Gemma Koomen. It briefly introduces us to The Tree Keepers who, in a similar vein to Roald Dahl’s Minpins, are tiny people whole inhabit trees. Unlike the Minpins, the Tree Keepers live a happy and safe life, where they “nurture and mend, gather and tend”. They are a happy sociable bunch apart from young Sylvia, who prefers her own company … until she discovers a baby starling and strikes up a close friendship.
The illustrations in this book are a delight and the accompanying story is told in a lyrical style. It doesn’t rhyme on purpose but there are instances where poetry slips in, through rhyme and alliteration, for example. It feels natural, not forced. Sylvia’s friendship with Scruff the starling is a lovely example of being with someone you are most comfortable with, rather than who you are ‘supposed’ to be with, though this presents its own problems when Scruff decides to join its flock, leaving Sylvia once again alone. Having tasted the joy of friendship, though, she is unhappy when it ends, but she has learned a valuable lesson and is now more open to being with the other Tree Keepers, just as Scruff is with the birds.
You will enjoy this tale if you like traditional stories celebrating nature and friendship. The illustrations are playful, with a childlike innocence that is charming. A great book for Spring as we look ahead to the coming year.
May 31, 2020
The Tree Keepers: Flock is a beautiful story about the power of friendship, confidence and self-esteem. Sylvia is a Tree Keeper, one of group of tiny people who care for the trees they live in, but she doesn’t join in with the games of the other children due to being so shy. However, befriending a baby starling, whom she names Scruff, shows her that there is fun and adventure to be had if you embrace the company of others. Having a little courage can lead to great rewards and wonderful friendships; an important lesson for all shy children.
The illustrations are every bit as beautiful as the sentiment of this book, and my daughter truly enjoyed poring over every scene. This book is particularly poignant for us at the moment, as my daughter prepares to go back to nursery following two month’s out due to the COVID outbreak. While she is nervous about returning, having not spent time with her friends in such a long time, we were able to use this story to explore those feelings, for which I will always be grateful. I look forward to seeing more from this author!
My thanks to the author, NetGalley, and the publisher for the arc to review.
The illustrations are every bit as beautiful as the sentiment of this book, and my daughter truly enjoyed poring over every scene. This book is particularly poignant for us at the moment, as my daughter prepares to go back to nursery following two month’s out due to the COVID outbreak. While she is nervous about returning, having not spent time with her friends in such a long time, we were able to use this story to explore those feelings, for which I will always be grateful. I look forward to seeing more from this author!
My thanks to the author, NetGalley, and the publisher for the arc to review.
June 2, 2020
The Tree Keepers: Flock is a magical book with exquisite illustrations. This colourful book captured my three year old’s imagination as she was able to understand Sylvia’s natural desire to find a friend.
The story immerses the child into the miniature of world of the Tree Keepers where they “Nurture and mend, gather and tend.” The illustrations show the children playing games with the natural elements around them, games such as twig tag and tug the vine. We are introduced to Sylvia who likes to play alone in her tree until one day she finds a bird in the place where she plays. A short friendship flourishes with the bird as Scruff soon needs to leave with their flock. Alone again, Sylvia longs for a friend and finds friendship with the other tree keepers
Lily’s favourite part of the book was “Sylvia playing with lots of friends.”
Gemma Koomen uses beautiful colours in her illustrations, highlighting the beauty in the natural world. I will definitely be keeping an eye out for more publications by Koomen.
The story immerses the child into the miniature of world of the Tree Keepers where they “Nurture and mend, gather and tend.” The illustrations show the children playing games with the natural elements around them, games such as twig tag and tug the vine. We are introduced to Sylvia who likes to play alone in her tree until one day she finds a bird in the place where she plays. A short friendship flourishes with the bird as Scruff soon needs to leave with their flock. Alone again, Sylvia longs for a friend and finds friendship with the other tree keepers
Lily’s favourite part of the book was “Sylvia playing with lots of friends.”
Gemma Koomen uses beautiful colours in her illustrations, highlighting the beauty in the natural world. I will definitely be keeping an eye out for more publications by Koomen.
June 3, 2020
I was delighted to receive an ARC from NetGalley and Quarto publishing group, for this beautifully illustrated and heartwarming book. As others have previously eluded to, the finite illustrations enhance and magnify the beauty, quality and charm of the story. The exquisite attention to detail makes this text incredibly visually engaging for all readers- both young and old(er)!
I was particularly impressed with the high level of vocabulary used; allowing for rich discussions and clarifying. The words are written in such a way that it is not only enjoyable to read but also to relax and listen to. I have already purchased myself a copy with next day delivery and will be purchasing for our school library/ class texts for Year 1/2. I can’t wait to enjoy its grandeur in person and share it with as many little people as I can!
I was particularly impressed with the high level of vocabulary used; allowing for rich discussions and clarifying. The words are written in such a way that it is not only enjoyable to read but also to relax and listen to. I have already purchased myself a copy with next day delivery and will be purchasing for our school library/ class texts for Year 1/2. I can’t wait to enjoy its grandeur in person and share it with as many little people as I can!
July 3, 2020
Flock is a beautifully illustrated picture book introducing readers to the world of the Tree Keepers; tiny people who take care of the trees in the forest. Most Tree Keepers spend their days working and playing together. All except one, who prefers to play alone in a super secret place. One day her super secret place has a visitor...a baby bird, and she finds that having a friend makes everything better. But one day her new friend finds its flock and she is alone again. Or is she?
This is a beautiful story about the importance of friendship. The illustrations are full of detail and there is much for readers to talk about. There are also lots of opportunities to discuss emotions and loneliness of the characters.
I received an eARC of this book from the publishers via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
This is a beautiful story about the importance of friendship. The illustrations are full of detail and there is much for readers to talk about. There are also lots of opportunities to discuss emotions and loneliness of the characters.
I received an eARC of this book from the publishers via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.
May 24, 2020
I was provided a free copy of this book via netgalley in exchange for an honest review.
This book is a beautifully illustrated story about friendship, it follows the tree keepers - tiny people who live in and care for the tree - but in particular one little girl who doesn’t play with everyone else.
She befriends a bird who helps to bring her out of her shell and allows her to have the confidence to join in the games with the other little people in the tree. I think this book would be perfect for children who maybe get anxious when playing with new children. It is also a great way to show how interesting trees can be and teaches (although in a basic way) some of the lifecycle of the trees.
This book is a beautifully illustrated story about friendship, it follows the tree keepers - tiny people who live in and care for the tree - but in particular one little girl who doesn’t play with everyone else.
She befriends a bird who helps to bring her out of her shell and allows her to have the confidence to join in the games with the other little people in the tree. I think this book would be perfect for children who maybe get anxious when playing with new children. It is also a great way to show how interesting trees can be and teaches (although in a basic way) some of the lifecycle of the trees.
June 20, 2020
If you take a really close look into the forest, you might happen to see the wood keepers.
This is the story of one of them, and it's a beautiful story with a happy ending.
Though muted, the colour palette of these pictures fit very nicely to the topic at hand and are very beautiful. I especially like how inclusive this one is, the different tree keepers seem to come from all over the world and all look very different.
I'd really like to join them on their tree.
I think that not only is the story nice, this book might get a listener to dream up their own version of life in this world, and is a great starting place for make-believe adventures.
I recieved a copy of this book in exchange for a honest review.
This is the story of one of them, and it's a beautiful story with a happy ending.
Though muted, the colour palette of these pictures fit very nicely to the topic at hand and are very beautiful. I especially like how inclusive this one is, the different tree keepers seem to come from all over the world and all look very different.
I'd really like to join them on their tree.
I think that not only is the story nice, this book might get a listener to dream up their own version of life in this world, and is a great starting place for make-believe adventures.
I recieved a copy of this book in exchange for a honest review.
June 16, 2020
A delightful story which shows how whilst you can be happy in your own company, sharing time and experiences with others can be rewarding and enriching. Lovely illustrations and simple yet powerful text. I will be using this after school returns after COVID Lockdown to foster children’s awareness of our need for each other after a long period of separation.
Thanks to NetGalley for the opportunity to read this ahead of publication in exchange for an honest review
Thanks to NetGalley for the opportunity to read this ahead of publication in exchange for an honest review
August 31, 2020
Such a unique and beautiful story. The tale truly inspires both imagination and the belief that you can create friendships in some of the most unlikely places, which often leads to even more friends and adventures. We loves the story and the illustrations, which are perfect to match this story.
September 1, 2019
utterly gorgeous
March 9, 2020
sweet, delightful, magical
May 29, 2020
It was an interesting story about little people living in trees and the goodness of friendship. The colourful picturesque illustration makes the story come to live. A good book for young readers.
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