There was always something different about that tree . . . While the rest of the forest’s trees shed their leaves for the winter, an oak tree hangs onto her dried, brown leaves. So stubborn, the wind whispers. What’s she waiting for? the birds chitter. Doesn’t she know the rules?...
Elisa Boxer is an Emmy-winning journalist and the author of numerous acclaimed children's books. She is particularly passionate about telling true stories of brave people daring to be different. Elisa lives in Maine with her family.
Marieke Nelissen is currently based in The Netherlands and lived in Mexico and Costa Rica when she was young. Her influences come from cultures all around the world. She is most inspired by nature and feels a deep love for everything that blooms and grows—especially trees, since they tell the history of our earth.
"[Boxer] explains the natural benefits some trees receive for not shedding their leaves and lets readers know that the story is a metaphor for being neurodivergent. VERDICT A worthy addition to a collection frequented by nature lovers, and a book that takes an unusual and welcome approach to the seasons.” —School Library Journal Review
