ABOUT THIS BOOK: 

This book explores the life cycle of California’s giant sequoia tree, the largest living thing in the world. The easy-to-read text includes a glossary, pronunciation guide, and a unique "how-to" section for parents and teachers.

Learn about the incredible size of the giant sequoia and how its roots, trunk, branches and leaves all work together to keep the tree alive. Discover the important role that fire, animals, and other plants play in a sequoia grove.

ACTIVITIES AND LINKS FOR  KIDS:

• Visit the giant sequoia groves in California's Sequoia National Park or Yosemite National Park like I did for my research.

• The biggest sequoia tree in the world is the General Sherman Tree in Sequoia National Park, and it is over 275 feet high!  What other things in the world are really tall? Or big?  Let's share our lists via e-mail and I'll post your response on the KID TALK page of my website.

  REVIEWS/AWARDS:

Selected by California Readers as part of their 2005 California Collections.

" . . . provides a sharply focused and visually captivating portrayal of the parts, the environment, the life cycle and the death of a sequoia."  SCHOOL LIBRARY JOURNAL

TEACHER OR LIBRARIAN?

• An activity page for the classroom or library.

WHERE TO FIND OR ORDER THIS BOOK:

• Check your school or local library.

• Go to your favorite independent bookstore.  On the Internet, find this book directly at your closest independent bookstore through .  You can also find it through Amazon.com.
• Call Lerner Publications at 1-800-328-4929 or go to their website at www.lernerbooks.com.

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