When a Tree Grows

By Cathy Ballou Mealey, Kasia Nowowiejska (Illustrator)

Moose's antler rub causes chaos, leaving Squirrel lost in the city. Who will help him home?

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32 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Moose's playful antler rub sets off a series of mishaps, toppling Squirrel's tree and sending him on an unexpected journey to the city. Alone and far from home, Squirrel must navigate the bustling streets. Will he find a way back, and who will lend a helping hand? This charming tale of friendship and unexpected adventures will captivate young readers with its lively rhythm and lovable animal characters.

From the publisher

When Moose rubs his antlers against the tree where Squirrel built his nest, he sets off a chain of comic catastrophes. The tree falls and wakes Bear, who stumbles into Moose, who causes a truck to swerve. But then Squirrel jumps onto that truck and ends up in the city, all alone. Who will help him get home? A sweet story of friendship, generosity, and how one fun thing leads to another.

At a glance

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 32
Reading age: 3–6
Audience: Picture
Lexile: 530L

Themes & topics

Books about nature Books about animals Books about friendship Books about moose Books about squirrels and chipmunks

What readers & critics say

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5.0

“A silly story that unfolds through a sequence of a possible duality of events, such as, "When Squirrel is alone with no place to go, two things could happen. He is discovered by a talent scout, and becomes a star of stage and screen. OR...". Cute illustrations.”

Mr. Staccato

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