The Family Tree
Nothing ever really happens at Penny’s house. It’s all hurry in and hurry out again. But then, something wonderful and unexpected gets everyone’s attention. It starts out small, just a seed, then grows and grows until it’s simply too big to ignore: a tree! A whimsical meditation on what makes a home, what makes a family, and how a magical tree can hold everything—and everyone—together. Co-authored by Audrey Vernick, illustrated by Fiona Lee, and published by Beach Lane Books/Simon & Schuster in 2025.
★ “An absolute winner with comic touches and tenderness that will speak to a generation of readers who are part of families that are “on the go” and yet looking for an alternative to the pace of modern life.” — School Library Journal
“… a reminder that growth and blossoming start with a steady foundation… overscheduled youngsters and their adults will find this a reminder to put the calendar away and go touch grass.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books
“Scanlon and Vernick’s appealing, straightforward text celebrates the power of nature as the whole family becomes more grounded and joyful… A reminder to slow down and appreciate both nature and life.” — The Horn Book
A Reading the West Book Award nominee
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