Stretch to the Sun by Carrie A. Pearson
Stretch to the Sun: From a Tiny Sprout to the Tallest Tree on Earth
A story of survival.
A story of strength.
Stretch to the Sun: From a Tiny Sprout to the Tallest Tree on Earth is a narrative nonfiction picture book about the tallest tree on earth. For over 1200 years, this giant coast redwood has survived enormous natural challenges but its biggest adversaries — and saviors — were people.
Through this “tree-ography,” learn about the amazingly rich canopy ecosystem that exists hundreds of feet in the air and far beyond our limited sight from the forest floor. This book will appeal to fans of ecoliteracy, nature, trees, and forest creatures and those who are interested in the social history of saving ancient species for the next generations.
Recipient of a silver Eureka! Award from the California Reading Association for “outstanding nonfiction.”
Great Lakes, Great Reads Award 2019-2020 nominee
“Lyrical and gentle text, with a bit of understated repetition, sets the scene; this work begs to be read aloud.”
- School and Library Journal review
“A richly illustrated story of an amazing tree, this is a great addition to STEM storytimes and outdoor investigations. Children will be eager to search for the animals hidden in the leafy art and the poetic text will make a good read-aloud for strong listeners.”
- Jennifer the Librarian, Jean Little Library, Verdict
“I think your story, Stretch to the Sun, along with Susan Swan’s illustrations will be a captivating read for young minds. In addition to the story of the survival of the tallest tree, you’ve woven the basics of ecology in a coast redwood forest, including how the dominating ancient trees become vertical layers of habitat for both plants and animals. The illustrations convey the deepness and intricacy of the ancient redwood forest. For a young person, the book may spark an interest they carry throughout their lives.”
- James Wheeler, 30 year Park Ranger/Interpreter, Redwood National and State Parks
“Thank you for sending me a copy of Stretch to the Sun and thank you for helping to spread the love of the natural world to future generations. Rosalyn joins me in sending you our best wishes for continued success.”
Sincerely,
Jimmy Carter
About the Author:
Carrie A. Pearson is an author and speaker from Marquette, Michigan. She lives with her husband on the sandy shore of Lake Superior and blows daily kisses to her three daughters who live below the Bridge (no they aren’t trolls; it’s the mighty Mackinac Bridge).
As a child, Carrie read voraciously. As an early childhood educator, Carrie experienced how books delighted, healed, and enlightened young people. As a mother, she used story to strengthen family bonds. Today, Carrie writes books that expand our world and bring us closer to it.
Carrie is represented by Kelly Sonnack of Andrea Brown Literary. Find her at carriepearsonbooks.com.
