by Joseph Anthony (Author), Cris Arbo (Illustrator)
In a Nutshell is a book that explores the life cycle of a plant, but more importantly, readers are given beautiful life lessons on change and growth in this inspirational book for kids, as we see the acorn travel through the seasons. A wonderful graduation gift book.
Through luminous illustrations, In a Nutshell explores the life cycle of an oak tree and how it supports life even after it is gone. An acorn drops from a great oak and grows. Animals nibble at it, a fire threatens it, but overcoming many challenges it eventually towers high in the forest, observing the changing human scene below. Eventually its energy passes into many other life forms. An oak tree can teach much about seeds and seasons and cycles--but it also can make us appreciate the challenges it must overcome.
Great for parents, teachers, or gift givers looking for a:
- preschool graduation gift
- kindergarten graduation gift
- book to provide inspiration
- the perfect "planting seeds for kids" book to explore this summer!
- The ideal gardening book for kids ages 4-8
Back Jacket
Who we are.
Why we are here.
Where we come from and where we go.
Every child ponders life's greatest questions.
Here, in a nutshell, is a tale about life.
Number of Pages: 32
Dimensions: 0.16 x 11.01 x 9.04 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: February 01, 2011
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: In a Nutshell
Interest Level: Lower Grades, K-3
Reading Level: 3.2
Point Value: 0.5
