Tree Beings takes a fresh look at trees as beings that enrich the whole planet. Get to know trees through the inspiring true stories of people who love them: from a scientist who discovered how trees ‘talk’; to a young woman with the world record for living up a tree. Learn about recent tree science, and explore tree wisdom from many cultures.
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. You’ll encounter the eccentric British professor who travelled the world for seventy years telling people how trees can save us, and you’ll learn about the 9-year-old-boy who has a plan to plant a trillion trees to save the planet!
You’ll 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!
Features:
- Trees are a hot topic in climate change and environmental science. This book brings a hopeful approach to the subject, with a unique combination of fact and feeling that will encourage kids to fall in love with the natural world and act to protect it.
- World-renowned conservationist Jane Goodall endorses the book and has written a foreword.
- The author is donating half of his royalties to the Goodall Institute’s kids programme Roots and Shoots, a global network of young people taking action to improve our world.
- Includes the latest tree science in a way that is accessible to kids.
- Includes inspiring stories of famous people who love and protect trees.