Pemba and the Little Green Tree

By Jacinda Jacoby and Shirley J. Starr

Pemba and the Little Green Tree is a touching story of boy who learns the importance of taking care of the environment where he lives. The story takes place in Nepal along the steep mountain slopes. After years of cutting trees for firewood, his home is in great danger when monsoon rains hit the barren hillsides and landslides destroy the villages below.
As Pemba travels through the hills above his stone house, he learns from his wise grandfather what happened to cause the deadly landslides. After he meets the man who looks over the forest, Pemba beams with hope and pride, knowing he can make things better.
The books vivid illustrations connect you with Pemba and his grandfather and bring you to the rugged Nepal hills. The story teaches a lesson on environmental stewardship and sustainability. It is a lesson a young person can apply to the many environmental challenges facing humankind in todays world.

• Language: English
• Publisher: LifeRich Publishing
• Release date: May 14, 2018
• ISBN: 9781489716798

Jacinda Jacoby

About the creative team: The poems came to Danny about 4 years before meeting Jacinda Jacoby. The dynamic creative chemistry between he and Jacinda left no doubt this was a magical relationship forged by their muses to breathe life into this light-hearted project. This book helps us to remember not to take life too seriously!

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