My Friend the Tree – A Little Handbook

A timely book that recalls the importance of trees and forests on this planet as it introduces young readers to the most common tree species growing in the Northern Hemisphere. With the guidance of cuddly character, Beard Lichen, readers discover the various trees found in forests and cities and try out different creative activities inspired by trees.

This beautifully illustrated and timeless children’s non-fiction book written and illustrated by Jenni Erkintalo
and Réka Király deepens children’s relationship with nature and encourages learning in a playful way that sparks the imagination. A glossary at the end of the book provides more in-depth knowledge and explains the concepts in an easy and approachable way.

Publishing information

Year of publication

2019

Page count

44

Original title

Ystäväni puu – Lasten oma tietokirja

Original language

Finnish

Original publisher

Etana Editions

Book series

My Friend (Book 1)

Awards & nominations

Awards

2019

The Most Beautiful Non-Fiction Books of Finland

Reviews

"Textbook for children is delightfully loose, modern and informative, although slightly cumbersome. Detail-filled pages are at the same time readable and playfully warm coincideing with the fairytale illustrations. Children and grown-ups alike will enjoy this charming textbook."

The Most Beautiful Book of Finland 2019 Jury