Published by Millbrook Press
Summary: The tallest living thing isn’t an animal: it’s a tree. Trees can grow taller than the Statue of Liberty or Big Ben, closing in on 400 feet. Amazingly, they all start as a small seed, but the ideal conditions of sunlight and water can result in lots of growth and a long life, sometimes thousands of years, with protection from their bark and roots. From their great height, the trees send down their seeds to the ground, beginning the process all over again. Includes additional information about trees, photos and facts about some of the world’s tallest trees, a couple of tree activities, and a list of resources. 32 pages; grades K-4.
Pros: An excellent informational book with beautiful illustrations and plenty of back matter. Perfect for any unit on trees, plants, or seeds.
Cons: It would have been nice to have a map showing where the tallest trees live, since they seem to be concentrated in just a few places in the world.