Peter and the Tree Children - by Peter Wohlleben (Hardcover)

About the Book

"Piet the squirrel feels all alone in his forest home. Luckily, Peter the Forester has the perfect plan to cheer him up: a search for tree children. You can't be lonely in a forest full of friends! As they wander, Peter shares amazing facts about trees--how they communicate and care for each other, and the struggles they endure"--

Book Synopsis

From the author of the New York Times-bestseller The Hidden Life of Trees comes this spirited picture book, which shares the true story of how trees communicate, feel, and grow.

"A beautiful reminder of the importance of preserving natural forests and landscapes for the benefit of all the creatures who live there."
--School Library Journal starred review

Piet the squirrel feels all alone in his forest home. Luckily, Peter the Forester has the perfect plan to cheer him up: a search for tree children. You can't be lonely in a forest full of friends! As they wander, Peter shares amazing facts about trees, how they communicate and care for each other, and the struggles they endure. Soon, the little squirrel is feeling much better--especially when he realizes he's helped the tree children grow.

This environmentally conscious picture book, written by acclaimed author and forester Peter Wohlleben, brings the majesty of The Hidden Life of Trees to the youngest of readers everywhere.

Review Quotes

"This book is a beautiful reminder of the importance of preserving natural forests and landscapes for the benefit of all the creatures who live there."
--School Library Journal starred review

"This is a precious and timely story that emphasizes the beauty of nature when it's carefully preserved...This high-quality picture book will likely become a favorite treasure of many children, parents, and educators."
--San Francisco Book Review

"A beautiful picture book about trees, nature, forests, but also about family and friendship."
--Book Riot

"With help from Atkinson's vibrant, cartoon-like illustrations, Wohlleben...aims to introduce and distill a range of topics, from concepts of interconnectedness in the natural world to tree characteristics and wildlife, for younger readers."
--Booklist

"An engaging and thoughtful story for families to read together."
--Mighty Village Books

About the Author

Peter Wohlleben is the author of numerous books, including the New York Times bestseller The Hidden Life of Trees and its followups The Inner Life of Animals and The Secret Wisdom of Nature. Peter lives in Germany next to a big, magical forest, where he has led children, parents, and teachers on educational tours since 1997. To learn more about Peter and his books, visit his website at peterwohllebenbooks.com.

Cale Atkinson is an illustrator, writer, animator currently living in Kelowna, BC. Believing in tea more than sleep, Cale is constantly working on numerous projects. His work can be found in children's books, animated shorts, television, and games.