Tree Beings

(Hardback)

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We depend on trees for our survival, yet few of us understand just how fascinating these beings really are. With a foreword by the world-renowned anthropologist Jane Goodall, Tree Beings is an adventure through the secret world of trees. Challenging the perception that trees are just silent statues, it focuses on four big ideas:

• Trees give life to the planet.
• Trees can help save us from climate change.
• Trees are like beings.
• Trees need our help and protection.

Along the way, you'll meet some of the scientists and explorers who helped uncover the mysteries of the world's oldest living things. Youll encounter the eccentric British professor who travelled the world for seventy years telling people how trees can save us, and youll learn about the 9-year-old-boy who has a plan to plant a trillion trees to save the planet!

Youll also learn the science behind trees, including discoveries about how they talk and why they are our best allies in the fight to slow down climate change. Explore tree wisdom from many different cultures and some famous and fascinating tree species, brought to life in a vibrant combination of illustrations and text.

Trees are essential to our world. Tree Beings is your guide to appreciating trees through the stories of people who love them. So strap on your hiking boots, and enjoy this informative adventure through the wonderful world of Tree Beings!

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"This is the most beautiful and inspirational book. ...Trees are amazing, and [Tree Beings] encourages us to make friends with one and save the world." -- JUNO Magazine

"This book is utterly enchanting. Its somewhat unusual to find a childrens book with a foreword from the best-known primatologist in the world, Dr Jane Goodall, but I can see why she lent her name to this collection of true stories about environmental change-makers.

Severgnini has an eye for detail and a wide range of abilities, which see her illustrations go from Brian Lovelock levels of technical detail, to exquisite biological sketches of chimp hands, fruit, and insects."

A beautiful and informative read for kids.

Author Bio

Raymond Huber is a childrens author, teacher, and editor, who writes picture books as well as titles for young adults and educational books. Sandra Severgninis fascination with the magical natural world around her inspires her words and brings sensitivity and humour to her illustrations. Jane Goodall is one of the worlds foremost primatologists and anthropologists, having spent her life conducting ground-breaking work in conservation.