Book Review: Because of an Acorn

by | May 17, 2025 | Book Reviews

Because of an Acorn

Author:Adam Schaefer
Illustrator: Frann Preston-Gannon
Pages: 36
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Book Description:

Because of an acorn, a tree grows, a bird nests, a seed becomes a flower. Enchanting die-cuts illustrate the vital connections between the layers of an ecosystem in this magical book. Wander down the forest path to learn how every tree, flower, plant, and animal connect to one another in spiraling circles of life. An acorn is just the beginning.

Review:

This book is a beautiful picture book that celebrates the power of a oak tree to be the backbone of an entire ecosystem. It includes animals, plants, and the oak tree in a celebration of the forest. I loved the pictures, and they were interesting to look at for my kids, too.

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