{"product_id":"more-than-a-tree-9780593697689","title":"More Than a Tree","description":"\u003cb\u003eThis tender, affecting story of the life of a tree and its impact on a young girl is a glorious read-aloud in the vein of classics such as \u003ci\u003eThe Giving Tree\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eThe Rabbit Listened.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThe backyard tree has meant everything to the girl in this story. It has been a companion, a shelter, and a setting for all kinds of games. But now it's time to say goodbye, and to make room for a new backyard tree. And just as the old tree used to watch over the girl, she will now watch over the seedling as it grows. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn soothing, melodic prose and gentle, glowing images, this story is about much more than a tree--it's about family, about processing sadness, about the circle of life and the nourishment we all receive from nature.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSarah Kurpiel is a librarian and self-taught author\/illustrator. Her stories are inspired by animals, nature, and moments of wonder in everyday life. She hopes her work brings a bit of happiness into the world--and a bit of disability representation too. Sarah uses a power wheelchair and considers her disability an important part of her identity. She lives with her family in Downers Grove, Illinois.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Rocky Pond Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52101717393682,"sku":"9780593697689","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_068d4d00-0124-430a-91a6-1e1c84544c58.jpg?v=1773138919","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/more-than-a-tree-9780593697689","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}