Kid's Picture Book Reviews |
Check out our recent children's book reviews below. Contact us at [email protected] to ask about getting a children's book review.
Kid's Picture Book Reviews |
The Miracle Forest: A True Story
by Ellen Dee Davidson Translated by Mariela Paz Cáceres Illustrated by Carolan Raleigh-Halsing The Miracle Forest recounts the inspiring journey of Paolo Lugari, who envisioned creating a sustainable community in the desolate plains of eastern Colombia, known as the Llanos. Despite the inhospitable environment, Paolo believed in transforming the tropical desert into a flourishing community. With the help of engineers, artists, and scientists, he founded a community called Gaviotas, named after the seagulls he saw in the area. Through perseverance, the community tackled numerous challenges, including the lack of water and vegetation, by inventing innovative solutions like lightweight pumps operated by children and windmills to harness the breeze. Their biggest breakthrough came when they discovered that tropical Caribbean pine trees could thrive in the barren soil with the help of a special fungus at the roots. This allowed Gaviotas to plant millions of trees, which eventually led to the return of native plants and wildlife, including over 250 species of animals. The community learned to harvest and sell resin from the trees, ensuring their sustainable livelihood. The story concludes with the miraculous transformation of the once barren land into a vibrant rainforest, with humans, animals, and plants living in harmony. The Miracle Forest is a heartwarming tale that captures the spirit of perseverance, ingenuity, and the power of community. Ellen Dee Davidson effectively conveys the challenges faced by Paolo Lugari and the Gaviotans, demonstrating how human determination can overcome even the most formidable obstacles. The detailed narration of Gaviotas' inventive approaches, such as using children’s see-saws to pump water and experimenting with windmill designs, makes the story engaging and educational. The book also emphasizes the importance of environmental sustainability and how ecological balance can be restored with care and patience. The illustrations by Carolan Raleigh-Halsing beautifully complement the text, bringing the reawakening forest and the hardworking community to life. Overall, The Miracle Forest serves as an inspiring reminder of what can be achieved when people work together with a shared vision of harmony with nature. Purchase the book on Amazon
0 Comments
Your comment will be posted after it is approved.
Leave a Reply. |
Categories
All
Archives
September 2024
|