The Great Kapok Tree: A Tale of the Amazon Rain Forest

Cherry, Lynne

ISBN 10: 015200520X / ISBN 13: 9780152005207

Published by HMH Books for Young Readers, 1990

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Great Kapok Tree: A Tale of the Amazon Rain Forest
• Publisher: HMH Books for Young Readers
• Publication Date: 1990
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 015200520X
• ISBN 13: 9780152005207
• Binding: Hardcover
• Illustrator: Cherry, Lynne
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

A modern fable with an urgent message for young environmentalists. "Spectacular." (School Library Journal)

Lynne Cherry journeyed deep into the rain forests of Brazil to write and illustrate this gorgeous picture book about a man who exhausts himself trying to chop down a giant kapok tree. While he sleeps, the forest’s residents, including a child from the Yanomamo tribe, whisper in his ear about the importance of trees and how "all living things depend on one another" . . . and it works.

Cherry’s lovingly rendered colored pencil and watercolor drawings of all the "wondrous and rare animals" evoke the lush rain forests. Features stunning world maps bordered by detailed illustrations of fascinating rainforest creatures.

An IRA Teacher’s Choice * ABA Pick of the Lists * Reading Rainbow Review Book * NSTA-CBC Outstanding Trade Book for Children

About the Author

LYNNE CHERRY has devoted her life to sharing her concern about environmental issues with others. Her important children's books also include The Armadillo from Amarillo and two tales from the Amazon rain forest: The Great Kapok Tree and The Shaman's Apprentice. She lives in Washington, D.C.