
Written by Jessica Kulekjian, Illustrated by Madeline Kloepper
Before We Stood Tall is an informative picture book with illustrations that caught my attention right away. It’s the story of a tree’s life cycle in reverse, from a mature tree to a seed, and how trees communicate and help each other in the kingdom underground. I think the illustrations and the information of what happens under the soil during a tree’s life is super interesting and think children would enjoy it too.
The Author’s Note at the end of the book has a lot of fun info. Loved it!
Reviewed by Jennifer Young, Media Clerk, Woodstock Elementary School Library
Review shared in February 2022
Rating: ★★★★½ (4.5 stars)
Interest Level: Grades K-3
Before We Stood Tall
Written by Jessica Kulekjian, Illustrated by Madeline Kloepper
Kids Can Press
32 pages
Release Date: September 7, 2021
ISBN: 9781525303241
A review copy was provided by the publisher.