Be a Tree!

Be a Tree! is a beautifully illustrated and poetic celebration of trees, and the wonderful things they can teach us about being human.

Through lyrical words and gorgeous illustrations, Maria Gianferrari and Felicita Sala invite readers to see the similarities between people and trees. Our spines are like trunks, our skin like bark, and our hearts give us strength and support, just like a tree’s heartwood. We, too, are nourished by air and sunlight.

But trees are more than strong and beautiful, they are connected. They communicate, share food and resources, shelter one another, and grow stronger together. In their quiet wisdom, they offer a lovely reminder of the importance of community, kindness, and looking after each other.

With its thoughtful message and stunning artwork, Be a Tree! encourages children to slow down, look closely at nature, and think about how they can grow into strong, caring, and connected people.

• Hardcover | 40 pages | Ages 4-8 | 8.94" x 11.65" x 0.16"

• Illustrated by Felicita Sala

💙 Why we love this: A beautiful reminder that nature has so much to teach us about kindness, resilience, community, and growing together.