Meet Oak, growing taller each year as he becomes a home for a hundred different species of insect and plants and, inch-by-inch, finds his place in a rich forest of trees. 

Complete with a list of fascinating facts about different species of tree, this charming poetic picture book combines fiction and non-fiction to make a perfect educational resource for children whether at home or in the classroom.  

Watch the launch event ran with Nikki Gamble of Just Imagine below:

The fifth book in the Wild Wanderers series written by Dom Conlon and illustrated by Anastasia Izlesou. From the leap of a hare and the gentlest breeze to a blazing star and ancient trees, Wild Wanderers is a series of poetic exploration which will inspire children across the world. Each book takes a gentle and lyrical journey through biodiversity, environment and challenges to unlock a world of wonder.

Published books in the series:

• Leap, Hare, Leap!
• Swim, Shark, Swim!
• Blow, Wind, Blow!
• Shine, Star, Shine!
• Grow, Tree, Grow!
• Fly, Butterfly, Fly!

Future books in the series:

• Fly, Butterfly, Fly!
  
• Flow, Water, Flow!
  
• Run, Cat, Run!
  
• Burn, Fire, Burn!
  
• Stomp, Elephant, Stomp!
  
• Bloom, Flower, Bloom!
  
• Dig, Ant, Dig!

Dom Conlon is a poet and, whether talking on BBC Radio Lancashire or running workshops for children, Dom's work is guided by nature and the stars. Dom's work has been praised by award-winning writers such as Nicola Davies, George Szirtes and Chris Riddell.

Anastasia Izlesou is a multidisciplinary illustrator and designer from the UK. Using a mix of digital and traditional media, she creates vibrant work full of bold natural elements. The White Hare was Anastasia's first published book.

'Grow, Tree, Grow! is a wonderful balance of lyrical wonder and learning experience and may prompt poetry writing too. It would be a valuable addition to primary school libraries and classrooms.’ Anne Thompson, Just Imagine

'A beautiful book that should be in book corners, libraries and homes everywhere. So much to delight, inspire and explore.' Charlotte Hacking

'A wonderful addition to any children's book collection' Moor Trees

'It’s beautiful, informative and utterly charming.' Word Forest

'Dom’s writing is beautifully lyrical. His use of kennings, alliteration, assonance, simile, personification make it a joy to read aloud and perfect for sharing. Anastasia’s vivid illustrations capture each scene, offering plenty of details to notice and encourage further discussion.' Through the Bookshelf