The Big Green: A Story About the Great Green Wall of Africa

"This lovely picture book is sure to be enjoyed by all patrons." —School Library Journal (starred review)

In an upbeat story with bright, welcoming illustrations, Ken Wilson-Max conveys the excitement and hope created by a vast, community-powered project to bring more trees to sub-Saharan Africa.

It’s another hot day in Mali, at the edge of the desert, and Mariam and Issa know something special is about to happen. As they play in the shade and make clapping rhythms with their hands, Mum and D...