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Author_Benjamin Zephaniah
Author_Melissa Castrillon
breathing
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childhood
children's book
conservation
deforestation
ecology
ecosystem
environment
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famous poems
famous writers
forthcoming
growing up
growth
habitat
home
illustrated
journey
life
literature
mindfulness
mother nature
natural world
nature
picture book
Poem
poetry
poetry for kids
protecting nature
World Earth Day
Product details
- ISBN 9781917366823
- Weight: 136g
- Dimensions: 210 x 270mm
- Publication Date: 11 Jun 2026
- Publisher: Magic Cat Publishing
- Publication City/Country: GB
- Product Form: Paperback
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Winner of the Margaret Mallett Award 2026
Follow a little boy's friendship and journey with one tree, in this powerful and beautiful love letter to nature.
From master wordsmith, Benjamin Zephaniah, comes a breathtaking new poem and story showing how trees offer us the perspective and connection to nature we crave in our daily lives. The final scene is an honest representation of the devastating effects of deforestation and urban development, encouraging all of us, everywhere, to 'leave the trees, please'.
With resplendent illustrations from bestselling Melissa Castrillón, this book is both magnificent and timely. Also available in hardback.
Follow a little boy's friendship and journey with one tree, in this powerful and beautiful love letter to nature.
From master wordsmith, Benjamin Zephaniah, comes a breathtaking new poem and story showing how trees offer us the perspective and connection to nature we crave in our daily lives. The final scene is an honest representation of the devastating effects of deforestation and urban development, encouraging all of us, everywhere, to 'leave the trees, please'.
With resplendent illustrations from bestselling Melissa Castrillón, this book is both magnificent and timely. Also available in hardback.
