Discover and Learn to Care for the Forest through this Richly Illustrated Children's Book.

Written by Susan Hand Shetterly
Illustrated by Rebecca Haley McCall

9 x 10, 40 pages, color illustrations
Children/Science; Grades 3—6

Sophie's grandfather is a logger, and she watches as he harvests trees that will be cut into boards to build houses and furniture-but lets the tallest, wind-firm trees stay, to drop their seeds and start a new generation. Deer and birds and even a bear share the forest's shelter, and Sophie discovers that when we take care of the woods, it provides for us for generations to come.

ACCOLADES AND AWARDS:

* "Outstanding Science Trade Books for Children, 2000"
—Children's Book Council/NSTA

* "The book's title-a description of how big trees protect the smaller ones-is indicative of the diverse ways of nurturing represented within this volume, including how the natural world nourishes people." —Publishers Weekly

* "Shetterly's writing is spare but evocative. McCall's dreamy oil-paint illustrations perfectly complement the story." —Maine Times

OPTIONAL TEACHER GUIDE (Exceptionally well done!):

What is a forest? This engaging teacher's guide explores forest diversity, from learning about different kinds of trees, to understanding how the "layers" in a forest provide habitat for all kinds of animals and insects. How do sun and shade, wind, water, and soil affect the forest? What do trees need to grow straight and strong, and how are they turned into boards or paper or other forest products? How do you read signs of wildlife in the woods, and what kinds of animals live where? Each chapter offers useful introductory material and clear objectives, followed by fun activities that encourage exploration while teaching important skills-perfect for a classroom unit on the forest, but also a wonderful teaching tool at nature centers or for homeschoolers.

Teachers Take Note:

Shelterwood is a lovely intergenerational story which sensitively explains the concept of environmental stewardship. In this book a grandfather shares his love and knowledge of the woods he owns with his granddaughter while explaining what is involved in the management of a woodlot. Students will find this book to be one of the best introductions to learning about conservation and management of natural resources.

Shelterwood will help inspire classroom conversations about:

• Biodiversity and tree species

• Wildlife in woodland settings

• Natural resources around the world

• Careers in Forestry