A Tree for Emmy
Kindergarten-Grade 2—"Stubborn, strong, and a little bit wild." The words describe both Emmy's favorite tree and her demanding personality as she determinedly searches forhertree, one with fuzzy pink flowers. Willows, oaks, and pines just won't do. Emmy wants a marvelous mimosa like the one at her Gramma's house, but mimosa trees, like wildflowers, are not found in garden stores. Emmy's find is not quite expected—a sapling that will take years to mature, but her experience in searching is, like her tree, a growing one. Watercolor and collage illustrations feature lively cartoon figures and depict Emmy's vibrant world. The action comes to a full stop as the child has an up-close-and-personal encounter with her heart's desire.—Mary Elam, Forman Elementary School, Plano, TXCopyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.