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Last Tree in the City

By Peter Carnavas

When the city’s last tree vanishes, can Edward’s clever plan make grey streets bloom?

poignant hopeful environmental thought-provoking

Genres

Nature Feelings/Wellbeing Realistic Fiction

What is Last Tree in the City about?

Edward lives in a grey city filled with concrete, traffic and noise. The only place that makes him happy is a small patch of green where the city’s last tree grows. But one day, the tree disappears, leaving Edward and his duck friend heartbroken. Determined to bring colour and life back, Edward comes up with a clever plan. Soon, tiny changes begin to transform the city, showing how one child’s idea can make a remarkable difference.

About the author

Peter Carnavas is an Australian author and illustrator who loves creating heartwarming stories for children. He is well known for books like 'The Elephant' and 'The Last Tree'. Peter's gentle stories often explore family, friendship, and nature, always filled with beautiful pictures that bring his characters to life.

Pages

32 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

This edition

2018

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