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Orenstein-Cardona, Anna

The Tree of Hope: The Miraculous Rescue of Puerto Rico’s Beloved Banyan

40 pp. | Beaming | August, 2022 | Trade ISBN 9781506484099 $18.99
(3) K-3 Illustrated by Juan Manuel Moreno. At the entrance to Old San Juan, a mighty banyan tree provided shelter, sanctuary, and solace to the people and wildlife of Puerto Rico for over a century. When Hurricane María razes the island, reducing the tree to a stump, a community marshals their spirits and resources to restore the beloved natural monument. Based on a true story, this gently told tale is a moving ode to the unity and resilience of the Puerto Rican people. The muted digital illustrations faithfully render the iconic, historic city, and center a young girl, who propels the action. The consistent use of double-page spreads creates a sense of expansiveness that mirrors the hopefulness of the narrative. Back matter provides added context and details about the tree rescue project.
Reviewer: Summer Edward

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