In a Nutshell (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781883220983)

In a Nutshell is a book that explores the life cycle of a plant, but more importantly, readers are given beautiful life lessons on change and growth in this inspirational book for kids, as we see the acorn travel through the seasons. A wonderful graduation gift book.

Through luminous illustrations, In a Nutshell explores the life cycle of an oak tree and how it supports life even after it is gone. An acorn drops from a great oak and grows. Animals nibble at it, a fire threatens it, but overcoming many challenges it eventually towers high in the forest, observing the changing human scene below. Eventually its energy passes into many other life forms. An oak tree can teach much about seeds and seasons and cycles--but it also can make us appreciate the challenges it must overcome.

Great for parents, teachers, or gift givers looking for a:

• preschool graduation gift
• kindergarten graduation gift
• book to provide inspiration
• the perfect "planting seeds for kids" book to explore this summer!
• The ideal gardening book for kids ages 4-8

Author: Joseph Anthony
ISBN-10: 188322098X
ISBN-13: 9781883220983
Publisher: Dawn Publications (CA)
Language: English
Published: 02/01/2011
Pages: 32
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.37lbs
Size: 11.01h x 9.04w x 0.16d

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 3.2
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 57977 / In a Nutshell


Review Citation(s):
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2000 pg. 260 - Marginal, Seriously Flawed
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2000 pg. 260 - Marginal, Seriously Flawed