Recommended Reading

TREE, A Peak Through Picture Book  

Written and Illustrated by Britta Teckentrup

In TREE, A Peak Through Picture Book an owl guides young readers through the everchanging seasons from within a nest hole of a tree (and a hole in the book’s cover!) The beautiful, bright illustrations and captivating peak through images offer opportunities to interact with the animals of each season. Be it the young bear cubs of spring, the buzzing bees of summer, or the squirrels storing acorns in the fall, there is something for children to explore on each page. Teaching lessons about both the consistency and everchanging nature of wildlife, this picture book is one worthy of adding to your collection!

TREE, A Peak Through Picture Book is available online and at Trail Mix Peninsula.

The Magic and Mystery of Trees 

Written by Jen Green and Illustrated by Claire McElfatrick

With a mix of real-life images, breath-taking illustrations, and helpful tree maps, The Magic and Mystery of Trees is a fun and captivating non-fiction read suitable for all ages. Have you ever wondered about how trees communicate? Have you heard that trees are able to take care of their families? Did you know trees can help prevent soil erosion? As you flip through each page, you will learn unbe-leaf-able facts about just how mighty and special trees are. Read this for fun on its own or take learning to the next level by getting outside to look and study trees after each section!

The Magic and Mystery of Trees is available online and at Trail Mix Peninsula.