Leave the Trees, Please - by Benjamin Zephaniah (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

A gorgeously illustrated picture book that celebrates our connections to nature and to each other while empowering young readers to help protect the earth, from a beloved British poet, musician, actor, and activist.

In this powerful love letter to nature, a child who befriends a tree grows up and fights to protect it. With its spare, lyrical text; sumptuous illustrations; and back matter about trees, oxygen, and the carbon cycle, this inviting, inspiring call to save our planet is perfect for Earth Day, and every day.

Review Quotes

"This moving, gorgeous ode to trees . . . celebrates our leafy compatriots by showing us that 'Every day is Earth Day.'" - BookPage (starred review)

"Stunning. A resplendent reminder of the importance of our environment and the power to be found in a community coming together for a cause." - Booklist (starred review)

"Zephaniah's assonant lines urge arboreal protection as Castrillón's sinuous renderings memorably tell a parallel story of eco-appreciation and protest."

- Publishers Weekly

"Striking art depicts a forest filled with lush flora and fauna that comes alive. . . . The text and images work together, creating both a universal plea and a specific, moving story. An exquisitely crafted ode to trees, sure to inspire budding environmental activists." - Kirkus Reviews (starred review)