I picked this book especially for Earth Day to help us celebrate trees. "Trees are beautiful. They fill up the sky. If you have a tree, you can climb up its trunk, roll in its leaves, or hang a swing from one of its limbs. Cows and babies can nap in the shade of a tree. Birds can make nests in the branches. A tree is good to have around. A tree is nice."
Beside the pond there is a big, open, grassy area that was perfect to spread out the walk. It meandered across bumpy grass and around the trees, offering the opportunity to see different kinds of trees.
The families took their time at each picture. Giving the children time to look at the illustrations and talk about them. Then reading the text of the story out loud before heading off to the next page.
A Story Walk is a relaxing activity that combines the love of book and the outdoors. I’m already looking for our next story.