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

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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 Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Clarion Books; First Edition (March 13, 2000)


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Paperback ‏ : ‎ 40 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0152026142


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 41


Reading age ‏ : ‎ 4 - 8 years, from customers


Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 590L


Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 3


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 7 ounces


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9 x 0.12 x 11 inches


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Top Amazon Reviews


  • Great book
Great book
Reviewed in the United States on February 14, 2024 by Luz Maria Fernandez T

  • Beautiful Story with Environmental Emphasis
Children love this story and understand the basic premise (the importance of preserving the beauty of the natural world and our environment). I highly recommend this book. It has beautiful illustrations and a great storyline.
Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2023 by JMundy

  • Just What I Wanted
The pictures are great!
Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2023 by Gretta

  • Even more relevant today!
I read this book to my children over twenty five ago. Just bought it for my first grandchild and it’s even more relevant today! The illustrations are beautiful and each picture tells its own story. Will definitely purchase again.
Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2022 by Michele Van Wyk

  • Beautiful illustrations, important message
Love how this book teaches my kids about the rainforest, animals and plants, as well as the importance of protecting the earth. Illustrations are beautiful
Reviewed in the United States on December 30, 2021 by Anne

  • Arrived Earliest Than Expected
The item arrived much earlier than expected and in good condition.
Reviewed in the United States on June 17, 2022 by CaraMia123

  • Perfectly timed and appropriate !!!
My 3-6 yr old students were engaged in the text and able to feel empathy for the characters. A good read for your rainforest unit or conservation/earth day curriculum. Important message all year long! Think before acting- the impact of choices with the environment are deeper than they appear.
Reviewed in the United States on October 9, 2019 by K H

  • Great quality
Came in with no damage. Love this book.
Reviewed in the United States on April 9, 2022 by Tara

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