The story of a tree forced to leave its native park is a delightful blend of humor, heart, courage, self-discovery, and unexpected friendships. It was written by the actress, singer, poet and theatre director from Belarus Sveta Ben and illustrated by the Berlin artist Lina Hesse.
An ordinary work-day takes an unexpected turn for the Tree when it has an unpleasant conversation with the park director. Apparently, birds aren’t allowed to nest in its branches, music can’t be played in the evenings, and its lush foliage is just too much! After some thought, the Tree does something it’s never done before: it leaves the park. But now what? No home, no job? Beyond the park gates lies a whole new, unexplored world. At first, the Tree discovers small but delightful treasures that need to be tucked away into pockets. What luck! A forgotten coat with plenty of pockets is lying on a bench. Inside one of them, the Tree finds a portrait of a Polar Bear hugging a White Birch. Along the way, it meets a Pickpocket Bush and gifts it the coat, encouraging it to dig into its own pockets instead of others’. The Tree’s journey is far from over. It encounters a Scandalous Apple Tree, a Tramcar that transforms into a Tram-Shark, dangerous Wolf-Firs, and finally, a White Birch who has lost her Polar Bear. But the most important encounters are yet to come: the Tree meets a Boy, and with that, it discovers its true place, its name, its courage, and a little bird in desperate need of shelter within its sturdy branches.
KEY SELLING POINTS
Quirky, memorable characters and a creative world-building that spark the imagination.
Blend of whimsy, adventure, and meaningful lessons.
The Tree’s evolution from uncertainty to finding its name, purpose, and courage makes for a compelling and uplifting narrative.
Exploring themes of identity, belonging, and the courage to embrace who you are.
Delightful mix of humor, heart, and unexpected friendships.
Chapter book Age: 6+ Pages: 56 Size: 205*260 mm Published in 2025 by Samokat
