The City Tree

Shira Boss (Up In the Leaves: The True Story of the Central Park Treehouses) lives a few blocks from NYC’s Central Park knows a thing or two about city trees. The City Tree, with the masterful, artistic touch of Lorena Alvarez (The Magical Yet), is an enchanting and informative picture book with environmental themes. A newly planted sidewalk tree transforms the neighborhood as residents nurture it through the seasons. Vibrantly illustrated and with extensive backmatter, this is a lovely ode to how trees make cities — and communities — better. Perfect for fans of The Night Gardener & The Lorax.