Henry Carter Hull

Profiles fourteen trees from around the world that are significant in history or legend, such as the Bodhi Tree under which Buddha gained enlightenment and the Boab Prison Tree which was used to hold Aboriginal prisoners.

A boy and his dog walk through a wintry forest and identify seven common trees.

Describes and illustrates the distinctive features of trees, such as bark, leaves, flowers, and fruits, and includes information on how trees grow.

Simple text and photographs explore the science behind the transformation that trees undergo in the fall.

Photographs and text explore the anatomy and life cycle of trees, examining the different kinds of bark, seeds, and leaves, the commercial processing of trees to make lumber, and the creatures that live in trees.

An engaging introduction to the ecology of trees and forests, Treecology contains over 100 beautiful color images of trees, leaves, blooms, forest wildlife, and more. Kids learn about the interwoven lives of plants and animals making up the forest community: the food, nesting sites, and safe roosting and resting places that trees and forests provide to wildlife. This useful book also includes "street trees" commonly seen along city streets and parks,...