Trees: Haiku from Roots to Leaves
by Sally M Walker (Author) Angela McKay (Illustrator)
perched on a branch,
the crow's nest amid green sails
a place for daydreams
From the giant tree ferns of the forests primeval to the hardy sycamores of today’s urban forests, experience the essence of trees throughpoems that engage with every season and stage of the life cycle, from seed to photosynthesis. A broad exploration of a majestic subject, this collection of haiku touches on such topics as the importance of trees to other living creatures and the communication of trees with one another through a complex network of roots. Paired with Angela Mckay’s bold, bright, beautifully patterned artwork, Sally M. Walker’s third collection, a companion to Earth Verse and Out of This World, encourages respect and care for our arboreal neighbors. Back matter includes a time line, an author’s note, a glossary, and a select bibliography for curious readers.
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Gr 2-5--Through short haiku poems, the science and details of trees come to life. Readers will learn about life's interconnectedness with trees, how they change through the seasons, their growth, and their beauty. Some poems are simple, such as the one explaining the shade provided by trees; some poems are quite scientific, like the one detailing how xylem tubes bring water up through the roots, trunks, and branches. The combination of poetry, art, and science provides a unique way of introducing the topic. Colorful art, depicting nature with bold forms and repeating patterns, makes this a great read-aloud for large groups. A time line, author's note, glossary, bibliography, and resources for further exploration are included at the end, along with six pages of scientific explanation. VERDICT This attractive and educational poetry book will be a great addition to poetry and nature study collections.--Katherine Rao
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—School Library Journal Adopting the haiku form, Walker examines trees, from seed to crown, from ancient times to modern. . . an attractive, informative presentation.
—Kirkus Reviews For her third collection of science-based poetry and prose, Walker comes back down to Earth—celebrating roots, seeds, leaves, and the inner structures of trees in a range of times, climes, and seasons. . . . informative.
—Booklist
JNF037040 - Juvenile Nonfiction | Science & Nature | Trees & Forests
