The Belonging Tree -- Maryann Cocca-Leffler, Hardcover

The Belonging Tree is a thoughtful picture book about respect, inclusion, and acceptance in a woodland community of animals from writer Maryann Cocca-Leffler and illustrator Kristine A. Lombardi.

Life was ordinary in the big oak tree on Forest Lane. Squirrels lived in every part of the tree, and the Gray squirrel family inhabited the knot in the middle. But the neighborhood starts to change as the big oak tree welcomes families of chipmunks, beavers, and birds. And with each new arrival, the Grays become increasingly unhappy. Can't everything remain just as it was?

It will take an unexpected moment of heroism from a thoughtful inhabitant to finally open hearts and bind together this diverse animal community.

Christy Ottaviano Books

Author: Maryann Cocca-Leffler
Publisher: Henry Holt & Company
Published: 08/18/2020
Pages: 40
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.14lbs
Size: 10.30h x 10.10w x 0.50d
ISBN: 9781250305138
Audience: Ages 4-8

Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 06/15/2020
School Library Journal 07/01/2020 pg. 49

About the Author

Maryann Cocca-Leffler is the creator of many acclaimed books for young readers, including Let It Rain, Janine, What I Love About Christmas, and Vacation for Pooch. She lives in Maine with her family.

Kristine A. Lombardi is the creator of Lovey Bunny, Mr. Biddles and The Grumpy Pets, which was an ILA Children's Choice Selection. Kristine lives and works in Montclair, New Jersey.