Author(s): Tera Kelley; Marie Hermansson (Illustrator)

Natural History

This captivating book explores the real connection and communication that runs underground between trees in the forest. The well-researched details about trees' own social network will help readers see that the natural world's survival depends on staying connected and helping others--just like us!

Parents, teachers, and gift givers will find:

• a beautiful story about our forests with scientifically accurate information


• educational backmatter about this underground web of communication


• a nature book that supports social emotional learning

The fascinating mycorrhizal fungi network runs underground through the roots of trees in the forest allowing for connection and communication. Readers will discover that trees have their own social network to help each other survive and thrive.