
By Joyce Sidman, Beth Krommes (Illustrator)
Discover the hidden branches that connect and shape life all around us.
Explore the world through the lens of branches, nature's intricate connectors. From butterfly wings to river paths, this journey reveals how branches spread life and unity. Uncover the beauty and efficiency of these natural wonders, even within our own bodies. How many branches can you find in the world around you?
Caldecott winner Beth Krommes and Newbery Honor-winning poet Joyce Sidman team up in this singular celebration of a beautiful, fascinating shape in nature. A nonfiction picture book companion to their acclaimed Swirl by Swirl.Branches are all around us: in butterfly wings, on gecko toes, in flowers, frost, and mud. Whether as electricity moving across the sky or rivers flowing to the sea, branches are nature’s most efficient way to spread and to connect. They are even found inside our own bodies, helping us reach and grow with each breath and heartbeat.Branches–strong, hopeful, beautiful–are the shape of life. How many can you find?
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