Fresh leaves burst forth in author Laura Purdie Salas' opening stanza, followed by two- to four-word couplets listing a leaf's many functions. A leaf can be a... shade spiller, mouth filler, tree topper, rain stopper. Find out about the many roles’ leaves play in this poetic exploration of leaves throughout the year. Makes for a great read aloud as well.

(Illustrator Violeta) Dabija bathes her mixed-media scenes in a fuzzy glow, creating a welcoming environment in every spread. Appended notes elaborate upon the poetic descriptions, providing more insight into the integral roles that leaves play in life cycles." --Publishers Weekly

Weight 13.6 Oz

9.7in. X 9.7in. X 0.2in.

Library Binding picture book, paper over boards, with dust jacket, 32 pages.

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Lush color illustrations.

Intended for an early grammar school audience.

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