{"title":"Illustrated by Genevieve Godbout","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"9780711269866","title":"My Friend Tree","description":"\u003cb\u003eDiscover the touching story of a young girl and boy and an ancient old oak tree, in this sweet picture book about friendship, growing up, and our connectedness with nature.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Told in \u003cb\u003eminimal and poetic rhyming text\u003c\/b\u003e from folktale writer Dawn Casey and with \u003cb\u003esoft, romantic artwork\u003c\/b\u003e from illustrator Geneviève Godbout, the story introduces a girl and a boy who grow up alongside their friend, an old oak tree.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The tree is a constant presence in their lives as they play.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Inspired by their shared love for their old friend, they plant a new forest and tend to it together,\u003cb\u003e finding their feelings for one another deepening and changing alongside the growing saplings\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e As their relationship blossoms, so too does the forest.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The loving couple add three joyful children to the branches of their flourishing family tree, and \u003cb\u003ethe woodland thrives and grows with them\u003c\/b\u003e – one living, loving family.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This \u003cb\u003esweet and timeless tale packs an emotional punch\u003c\/b\u003e, showing how love is all around us, and includes instructions for how to plant an acorn and grow your own oak tree, wistfully reflecting the beauty of nature and family.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e A beautiful and romantic picture book from the author and illustrator pairing behind the bestselling \u003ci\u003eApple Cake\u003c\/i\u003e. A celebration of love and connectedness with nature, this book is printed on environmentally friendly 100% recycled paper. It’s a calming read for kids and a lovely reminder that nature connects us all and of the touching harmony between us as people. A great gift for Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day or just as a touching keepsake for loved ones.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44203722932402,"sku":"9780711269866","price":9.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9780711269866_7df44ca9-5c72-40bc-8efe-18a78d495b7e.jpg?v=1786014796"},{"product_id":"9780711297999","title":"Apple Cake: A Gratitude","description":"\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003eThank you, hedge, \/ Thank you, tree. \/ Thank you, flower, \/ Thank you, bee. \/ Thank you, rain, \/ Thank you, sun. \/ Thank you, farmers, \/ every one.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e In this simple rhyming story from the author of \u003ci\u003eHeld in Love\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003cb\u003ea child says thank you for the gifts nature provides\u003c\/b\u003e, from hazelnuts in the hedge to apples from the tree, eggs from the hens to milk from the cow. Eventually, the family has enough ingredients to make something special . . . a delicious apple cake!\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e With \u003cb\u003ecaptivating illustrations\u003c\/b\u003e that brim with emotion, this sweet picture book, now in paperback, encourages children to be grateful for the world around them. A \u003cb\u003erecipe for apple cake \u003c\/b\u003eat the end allows you and your child to share in joyful gratitude.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56296644149621,"sku":"9780711297999","price":7.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9780711297999_8fdc6fbe-48c8-4535-a4ca-f671143a6e0e.jpg?v=1786014528"},{"product_id":"9781638191742","title":"(Very Tiny) You","description":"Full of whimsy and beauty, this modern baby book goes beyond tradition, inviting families to recount tender moments and funny bloopers in an interactive way! As excited new (or soon-to-be) parents, this lushly illustrated keepsake book will guide you in collecting many memories of your child. Compiling cute childhood escapades, magical first times, and so very many cherished moments -- forever. Genevive Godbout's magnificent illustrations are imbued with gentleness, warmth and playfulness. And family members can go beyond the 'traditional baby book,' filling in the empty spaces with notes, photos, drawings and traditions. Better yet, your child can contribute as they grow alongside their documented memories! This book is an invaluable keepsake for parents who have such a great story to tell and don't want to miss a single moment.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56302768062837,"sku":"9781638191742","price":19.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781638191742_d574809c-adf5-4514-8d4e-b6c9f27d93b3.jpg?v=1786024432"}],"url":"https:\/\/backstory.london\/collections\/illustrator-genevieve-godbout.oembed","provider":"Backstory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}