Reviewed by Kylie Buckley
Young readers of this book are introduced to the wonders of the mighty oak tree
as it grows through different periods in British history. As it endures time
and weather, the tree provides a home for a myriad of wildlife, climbing
equipment for children, and a shaded space for families to enjoy time together.
Its leaves are made into children’s garlands and beautifully decorate the
ground in autumn. Its acorns are gifts for squirrels, piglets, and birds, and
deliver hours of entertainment for young children. Eventually, it lies at rest
providing nourishment for insects and fungi, and a hollow for animals to
reside.
The Oak Tree is the latest picture
book by children’s book writing royalty, Julia Donaldson. It is written in
rhyming couplets and tells the tale of the life of an oak tree spanning over
1,000 years. The full colour illustrations, by Norwegian artist Victoria Sandoy,
are created using a warm colour palette and have a fairytale vibe. Images
appear in single and double-page spreads, as well as vignettes and spot
illustrations. The book finishes with a range of interesting facts about the
Oak Tree on the closing pages.
The Oak Tree is an informative story that can introduce
young children to the life cycle of a tree and would be a great addition to any
kindergarten or primary school library collection.
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