Laurel and Red

<p>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.</p><p></p><p><strong>Targeted for children ages 6-8 this book offers an inside look into the secret life of trees. </strong></p><p></p><p>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.</p><p></p><p><strong>Kids ages: 6 7 and 8 </strong></p><p><strong>Grade Level: 1st and 2nd</strong></p><p><strong>Early/Transitional Reader</strong></p><p><strong>Lexile Level 480L</strong></p><p></p><p>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.</p><p>~ heartwarming forest tale of unity</p><p>~ teamwork and bravery in the Redwood Forest</p><p>~ SEL picture book about friendship and roots</p><p>~ perfect for Earth Day or Arbor Day storytime</p><p>~ learning to stand strong together</p><p>~ beautifully illustrated nature friendship story</p><p>~ great for school libraries and classrooms</p><p>~ early reader environmental awareness book</p><p>~ exploring the unseen strength of trees</p><p><strong style=color: rgba(0 0 0 1)>Free Lesson Plans & Storytime Videos at www.likespublishing.com</strong></p>