The People Who Hugged the Trees
Published by Roberts Rinehart
Illlustrated by Birgitta Saflund
Published in eleven languages
Jane Addams Children’s Peace Book Award Recommended Title
Broadcast by BBC-TV and BBC-Radio to U.K. schools
Included in major school anthologies in U.S. and Canada
MORE ABOUT THE BOOK
Based on a classic folktale from India, The People Who Hugged the Trees retells the story of the first Chipko—”Hug-the-Tree”—people. This three-centuries-old story gives children insight into India’s history and culture, while teaching them that environmental protection is a global concern, and their actions can make a difference.
Booklist
“...especially relevant to today’s environmental concerns...”
Horn Book Guide
“...delicate, detailed illustrations...a successful, timely tale...”
San Francisco Review of Books
“...this folktale teaches children that young people can make a difference...”
A complete Reader's Theater Script for THE PEOPLE WHO HUGGED THE TREES is
available by permission.
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06794
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