Also by Diane Muldrow: Somewhere So Sleepy Mama, Where Are You?   Also written and/or illustrated by Bob Staake: I'm a Monster Truck (Little Golden Board Book) My Pet Book Bugs Galore Robots, Robots Everywhere! (Little Golden Book) Bluebird Cars Galore The Red Lemon We Planted a Tree by Diane Muldrow, illustrations by Bob Staake Grades PreK-4 40 pages Golden Books March 2010 Hardcover     Told in simple, lyrical prose, this book is an ecological marvel that celebrates the wonders of nature and life. The book begins with a family planting a tree in their backyard then travels the world over, where other families and other trees are living in a crisp, clean and happy world devoid of trash and smog. It speaks clearly of the importance of trees and the environmental impact they provide, including life-sustaining clean air, rich soil and even food. Partnered with author Diane Muldrow’s brilliant text are the lively illustrations of cartoonist Bob Staake. His artwork is so vibrant you can almost breathe the freshness of a bright blue sky and smell the springtime blossoms. We Planted a Tree is a sparkling gem in a world where conservation is the key to a greener future for generations to come.     web reviews   Niki Masse Schoenfeldt/2010 for curled up with a good kid's book   For grown-up fiction, nonfiction and speculative fiction book reviews, visit our sister site Curled Up With a Good Book (www.curledup.com)