Tree of Light

Tree of Light is a sweet, uplifting story that helps readers: relax, feel positive, practice mindfulness, overcome challenges, forgive, and shine their light.
 
Tree of Light is the heartwarming tale of Aaa'Lee, a little seed who grows into a magnificent tree. Aaa'Lee learns to breathe, flow and shine her light through all kinds of challenges. One of them is to mindfully work through getting hurt and feeling worried about Indigo, a bird who accidentally hurts her branch when she's a little seedling. The adorable pair eventually become great friends and, ultimately, very happy tree-mates. Together, they flow with the winds of change and appreciate the world around them.
 
Tree of Light is a great picture book for ages 2 - 102. The illustrations and activities may be extra well-suited for ages 2 - 9.
 
Tree of Light includes optional Storyplayer Activities. If readers are in the mood, they can choose to find bees, chirp with Indigo, and/or move with Aaa'Lee. Readers and listeners can also relax and enjoy the story without doing any Storyplayer Activities. 
 
Tree of Light is a fun picture book for interactive storytelling, silent reading, and bedtime read alouds. Tree of Light is being enjoyed in homes and classrooms. In schools, Tree of Light is being read in conjunction with positive behavior, yoga and mindfulness programs.
 
Mindfulness, Meditation and Yoga for Kids: Rare among children's books, Tree of Light's lovable characters model mindfulness, meditation and yoga in a way that can be enjoyed at home and in the classroom. Throughout the story, Aaa'Lee takes deep, slow breaths, becomes present, goes within, gets clarity, expresses herself from her heart, overcome challenges, forgives, and shine her brilliance into the world.
 
Activities for the home and the classroom can be found at SeedsofGoodnessBooks.com/activities
 
Tree of Light makes a wonderful gift for children (and adults) who would benefit from having a sweet picture book that helps them: relax, feel positive, be present, practice mindfulness, overcome challenges, forgive, and shine their light. Parents, teachers, grandparents, aunts and uncles agree.
 
This positive, inspiring picture book makes a perfect gift for Christmas, Hanukkah, and every day - you want to help a child shine their light.

"Loved this book! My little listeners were drawn first to the eye-catching colors and illustrations in Tree of Light, and then to its compelling story of friendship and forgiveness. I love that this book teaches children about their inner strength, but also celebrates our connection to nature -- and to one another." - Erin Falligant, Author of Over 30 Great Children's Books

Tree of Light packs big meaning into the life's journey of one tiny seed. A universal message of overcoming fear, and finding the strength and courage within one's self, no matter how small, to navigate the winds of change... The bright and beautiful illustrations are also a delight to the eye. - Bridget Birdsall, award-winning Children and Young Adult author.

"This book is absolutely amazing! My own children loved it and my 3rd grade students begged for it over and over! ... The children are able to actually relate to the Tree and feel empathy for it in this well-written, beautifully illustrated and enlightening story." - J. B. Hemmer, Elementary School Teacher & Parent

"The Tree of Light is a beautiful story about a seed leaving it's mother. The seed becomes a tree and has its challenges along the way. Some of the universal truths included are "look within to help you find the answers," we have light within us and "forgive." The illustrations are light and airy and go well with the story.

I am a Yoga Calm instructor and have used this book during large group reading. The book goes along with the Yoga Calm theme of strength. The book includes examples of grounding, slow and deep breathing and flexibility. The students really enjoy the book. During Yoga Calm, I like to use the phrase "shine your light" from the book..." - Scott Linner, Yoga Calm Instructor