6+years
The Boy Who Grew a Tree
Author: Polly Ho-YenIllustrator: Sojung Kim McCarthyWhen Timi is unsettled by Mum’s pregnancy, he turns to his only friends…plants. Can a magical discovery help him to reconnect and be heard? This quiet story celebrates introverted children, nature and the power of community. Tenderly written, with gentle chalk-and-charcoal drawings, it’s perfect for reading aloud or newly independent readers.
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- Polly Ho-Yen: Carnegie Medal nominated author
- Own Voice
- East and Southeast Asian representation
- Mixed-heritage representation
- Diverse cast
- Single parent