Miss Maples Seeds by Eliza Wheeler - ESSENTIAL

Wheeler, Eliza.  Miss Maple’s Seeds.  PICTURE BOOK, Nancy Paulsen Books (Penguin), 2013. $16.99.  Content: G.  Miss Maple (a really little old woman) gathers seeds that didn’t get planted.  She takes them home to her tree house and cares for each one.  During the day she teaches the seeds about soil and safety.  At night she reads to them throughout the cold winter and wet spring.  Then she sends the seeds off to make their own roots.  Always reminding them to, “Take care, my little ones, for the world is big and you are small.”  With ink and soft watercolors, Wheeler creates an unforgettable world that is detailed and delightful.  This is a picture book for all ages.  Children will revel in the illustrations and simple story.  Adults will appreciate the deeper meaning and timeless truths that the story holds.  The book is a perfect present for a teacher or a mentor who sees the seed of potential in every student. 

Pre-K, EL(K-3) – ESSENTIAL.  Samantha Hastings, MA, MLS.