'This book is a stunning celebration of all things tree and we loved it. The rich and evocative illustrations have been created using a beautiful matte palette which really brings each page to life with autumnal warmth and summer shine.

The words, which rhyme for the most part, are kept minimal; along with the gorgeous illustrations, Emma Carlisle deftly takes us on a reflective and respectful journey. We follow a lovely little girl as she interacts with the different environments that feature in her world. We see snapshots of her relationships with family members unfolding under the shade of the trees which provide the elegant framework of each scene. Trees are in many ways the shape of our landscapes and Carlisle encourages the reader to consider their own relationships with the trees that form such an important part of our daily lives.

She captures the aesthetics of the changing seasons and explores the diverse forms of trees. She shows trees as habitats for animals, microcosms of life, and as having a particular affinity with children, capturing something special in the young imagination. Our favourite section was at the back of the book where we learnt about the wood world web and how trees communicate with one another through their root systems.

We also loved the pages on 'How to be more like a tree' which gives invaluable advice for us all such as 'Spread your roots' and 'Take your time'. This is a beautiful, must-read picture book for any nature lovers, and aspiring artists. It will undoubtedly provoke many warm, wonderful moments shared between parent and child as we marvel at the abundant variety and spectacular beauty of the trees which thankfully, grace and enrich our world.'

Stephanie Robertson, Armadillo Magazine

“This beautifully illustrated picture book explores the wonderful world of trees through the eyes of a child, inspiring readers to connect with the natural world around them and fostering a love of nature.

The book asks the reader questions about trees, encouraging critical thinking and reflection, and urging us to pause and observe: ‘Look closer and you’ll see so much more. Trees are all different, special, unique…’.

Next time you see a tree, stop for a moment and ponder its characteristics – does it lean on its neighbours, or have branches perfect for climbing? Can you see animals up high or down low under the roots? Does the tree have thoughts and feelings like ours? What has it seen over hundreds of years? How does it change through the seasons?

Backmatter includes mindfulness tips about listening to trees, additional fascinating facts, and ideas about how to be more like a tree.

The immersive watercolour illustrations are breathtakingly beautiful, highlighting the wondrous diversity of the world of trees. The natural colour palette changes subtly from greens to orange-browns as the seasons transition throughout the book and time passes slowly by. We love the gold-foiled cover and the beautiful green-toned endpapers too. Swipe through for a peek inside (including the sweetest scene of the child and her grandpa snuggled up reading together).

This gentle and calming book will encourage readers, both young and old, to slow down and reconnect with nature. An absolute treasure of a book – it’s destined to become one of our very favourites!” @littlelibraryowl