
Milly and the Mulberry Tree
Vikki Conley(Author)
EK Books (Publisher)
Published on 1. June 2022
Book
Hardback
32 pages
978-1-922539-12-0 (ISBN)
Description
A delightful story about the magic of both home and other worlds, which will encourage exploration, caring for the environment, and seeing the wonder in everywhere we go.
When Milly and Papa plant a mulberry tree, Milly has no idea how magical and inspiring the tree will become. From nurturing silkworms to making magic potion mulberry ice-cream, the mulberry tree becomes the centre around which Milly's life turns. Then, Milly grows older, and finds herself travelling to new and exciting places. She discovers the fabric her silkworms created, and builds a life in a beautiful, faraway land. But she never forgets the magic of the mulberry tree, and always longs to return...
Milly and the Mulberry Tree is a story about growing up, family and home. Full of colourful, whimsical illustrations, it explores our ties with nature and places in a way that will resonate with any young readers who like playing outdoors, or have their own special hideaway. It also holds an inspirational message about the importance of exploring new worlds as we grow, while keeping home close to our hearts.
Inspired by the 100-year-old mulberry tree that grows in the author's own childhood garden, this is a book full of heart and joy that will be a delight for families to share.
When Milly and Papa plant a mulberry tree, Milly has no idea how magical and inspiring the tree will become. From nurturing silkworms to making magic potion mulberry ice-cream, the mulberry tree becomes the centre around which Milly's life turns. Then, Milly grows older, and finds herself travelling to new and exciting places. She discovers the fabric her silkworms created, and builds a life in a beautiful, faraway land. But she never forgets the magic of the mulberry tree, and always longs to return...
Milly and the Mulberry Tree is a story about growing up, family and home. Full of colourful, whimsical illustrations, it explores our ties with nature and places in a way that will resonate with any young readers who like playing outdoors, or have their own special hideaway. It also holds an inspirational message about the importance of exploring new worlds as we grow, while keeping home close to our hearts.
Inspired by the 100-year-old mulberry tree that grows in the author's own childhood garden, this is a book full of heart and joy that will be a delight for families to share.
Reviews / Votes
"This is a book really spoke to my childhood, and my children's childhood because we had a Mulberry Tree. It's an absolutely beautiful story about growing up, family and coming home." -- Your Kids Next Read Podcast "Inspired by the 100-year-old mulberry tree that grows in the author's own childhood garden, this is a book full of heart and joy that will be a delight for educators and families to share, particularly for those with nostalgic memories of mulberry trees!." -- Kids' Book Review "A truly special book that celebrates nature, family , exploring new worlds and keeping home close to our hearts." -- Picture Book ClubMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
New Zealand
Publishing group
Exisle Publishing
Target group
Children/juvenile
US School Grade: From Preschool to Fourth Grade, Interest Age: From 4 to 9 years
Product notice
Picture book
sewn/stitched
Cloth over boards
Illustrations
color illustrations
Dimensions
Height: 251 mm
Width: 259 mm
Thickness: 10 mm
Weight
476 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-922539-12-0 (9781922539120)
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Schweitzer Classification
Persons
Vikki Conley is a CBCA notable author with eight internationally published picture books. She has worked as a professional writer, photographer and marketer, with diverse communities across three continents, for over 20 years. Vikki is a nature lover, intrepid traveler and passionate climber of a 100-year-old mulberry tree that still grows at her childhood home. She writes children's stories that celebrate the spirit of wonder, adventure and freedom that she wishes every child could enjoy. Vikki lives with her husband and two children in the leafy artist community of Eltham, Victoria in Australia. Her books include Ella and Mrs Gooseberry (EK Books), Tomorrow Girl (EK Books), and Milly and the Mulberry Tree (EK Books).