trees

Leo's family plants a linden tree when he is just a baby, and watch through the seasons as they grow bigger together.

Text and photographs describe less-than-pleasant and unexpected habitats and the animals that live in them, focusing on dead trees and forest floors, and discussing ants, worms, termites, millipedes, centipedes, pill bugs, and beetles.

Looks at different plants and animals that live in the forest.

Describes the stages of development in the life of a tree, from seed to full-grown plant.

Looks at the different birds and animals that depend on trees for food and shelter.

An acorn grows into a mighty oak, helps sustain other life, and eventually dies and continues to give life to others.

Presents photographs and descriptions of 278 species of North American trees, arranged alphabetically by botanical name, with information about each tree's habitat preferences, growing habits, identifying characteristics, and environmental and human values.

Presents descriptions of approximately two hundred tree types commonly found in the urban areas of North America, and includes illustrations, history, anecdotes, and other facts about trees.

Provides a walking tour assessing threats to the survival of North American forests; includes projects and activities for amateur naturalists.

Covers eighty of the most common and frequently encountered tree species.