Laurel and Red

In the magical Redwood Forest, Laurel, a little Bay Laurel tree, forms an unlikely friendship with Red, a towering Redwood tree. The other Redwoods disapprove, but when a storm hits, Laurel's roots prove crucial in supporting Red. Through bravery and friendship, they weather the storm and learn that unity is the true strength of the forest.

Targeted for children ages 6-8, this book offers an inside look into the secret life of trees.

From writer Kelley M Likes and illustrator Hannah Staley-Foster comes a heartwarming tale for young readers about standing together in the face of challenges.

Kids ages: 6, 7, and 8

Grade Level: 1st and 2nd

Early/Transitional Reader

Lexile Level 480L

Laurel and Red is a beautiful, metaphor-rich story that weaves together themes of friendship, diversity, cooperation, and nature, all set in a lush forest backdrop. It's ideal for classrooms focusing on Social-Emotional Learning (SEL), ecology, or simply celebrating stories of quiet strength and unity.

heartwarming forest tale of unity

teamwork and bravery in the Redwood Forest

SEL picture book about friendship and roots

perfect for Earth Day or Arbor Day storytime

learning to stand strong together

beautifully illustrated nature friendship story

great for school libraries and classrooms

early reader environmental awareness book

exploring the unseen strength of trees

Free Lesson Plans & Storytime Videos at www.likespublishing.com

Author: Kelley M. Likes
Publisher: Likes Publishing
Published: 02/19/2024
Pages: 52
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.79lbs
Size: 8.50h x 8.50w x 0.25d
ISBN: 9798889020325

About the Author
Likes, Kelley M.: - I create books to encourage, elevate, and inspire lifelong literacy. Hello! My name is Kelley M Likes. I'm a wife and mother of five spectacular children, who loves writing and creating stories to share with children and teens. I'm a retired T6 certified teacher with a knack for storytelling, lesson plans, and curriculum development. I'm a mini-stroke survivor and brain tumor-host who doesn't let anything get me down! EDUCATION: Educational Specialist (Ed.S.) in Media and Technology Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Business Education Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Business Administration Associate of Arts (A.A.) in Marketing and Management

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