The Acorn & the Oak: Storybook Walk Edition (DIY Paperback)
“The Acorn and the Oak” tells the story of a young girl, her mother, and their deep connection to an old oak tree. This heartfelt tale, brought to life with rich watercolor illustrations, invites readers to see the forest’s beauty in new ways. It’s a story for all ages about love, strength, and resilience, reminding us that the things we hold dear continue to shape us, even after they’re gone.
The Storybook Walk edition of The Acorn & the Oak was created to make doing a Storybook Walk as simple as possible. Illustrations have been set up so that each spread matches up perfectly in the middle and page numbers have been added for easy sorting. In addition, each spread contains activity prompts which have children running and doing activities between the pages! All you need to do is open the book, CUT on the dotted line, LAMINATE each spread in an 11 x 17 inch pouch, and DISPLAY as wanted. This storybook run works both indoors or outdoors along a path or fence.
Original title: The Acorn & the Oak
Author: Rhonda Accardo/ Illustrator: Jessica Waterstadt
Nature themed prompts: Through nature themed activity prompts, children can get up close and discover oak trees and their fascinating ecosystem. This books works great with station activities!
Rhonda has always had a love for storytelling. Though she initially explored journalism, she ultimately found her calling in nursing, where she’s drawn to the unique stories each person shares. After the passing of her beloved aunt, Rhonda was inspired to write The Acorn & the Oak, a heartfelt tribute to her aunt and a reflection on the cycle of life and loss. In this story, the oak tree symbolizes the enduring love her aunt gave so freely, a love that continues to touch lives even after her passing.
A classically trained fine artist and illustrator, Jessica draws from years of experience both in the studio and beyond, infusing each piece with skill and authenticity. Jessica excels at capturing the heart of her subjects, transforming inspiration into art that resonates.
Best for ages: 2-99 years
Topics: Life, grief, nature
Genre: Fiction and nonfiction
Also available as a Ready-to-Use Storybook Walk Editions in 11 × 17 Edition. This comes printed on 11 × 17 paper, laminated, and ready to be either hung up or placed in Storywalk frames.
“The Acorn and the Oak” tells the story of a young girl, her mother, and their deep connection to an old oak tree. This heartfelt tale, brought to life with rich watercolor illustrations, invites readers to see the forest’s beauty in new ways. It’s a story for all ages about love, strength, and resilience, reminding us that the things we hold dear continue to shape us, even after they’re gone.
The Storybook Walk edition of The Acorn & the Oak was created to make doing a Storybook Walk as simple as possible. Illustrations have been set up so that each spread matches up perfectly in the middle and page numbers have been added for easy sorting. In addition, each spread contains activity prompts which have children running and doing activities between the pages! All you need to do is open the book, CUT on the dotted line, LAMINATE each spread in an 11 x 17 inch pouch, and DISPLAY as wanted. This storybook run works both indoors or outdoors along a path or fence.
Original title: The Acorn & the Oak
Author: Rhonda Accardo/ Illustrator: Jessica Waterstadt
Nature themed prompts: Through nature themed activity prompts, children can get up close and discover oak trees and their fascinating ecosystem. This books works great with station activities!
Rhonda has always had a love for storytelling. Though she initially explored journalism, she ultimately found her calling in nursing, where she’s drawn to the unique stories each person shares. After the passing of her beloved aunt, Rhonda was inspired to write The Acorn & the Oak, a heartfelt tribute to her aunt and a reflection on the cycle of life and loss. In this story, the oak tree symbolizes the enduring love her aunt gave so freely, a love that continues to touch lives even after her passing.
A classically trained fine artist and illustrator, Jessica draws from years of experience both in the studio and beyond, infusing each piece with skill and authenticity. Jessica excels at capturing the heart of her subjects, transforming inspiration into art that resonates.
Best for ages: 2-99 years
Topics: Life, grief, nature
Genre: Fiction and nonfiction
Also available as a Ready-to-Use Storybook Walk Editions in 11 × 17 Edition. This comes printed on 11 × 17 paper, laminated, and ready to be either hung up or placed in Storywalk frames.
“The Acorn and the Oak” tells the story of a young girl, her mother, and their deep connection to an old oak tree. This heartfelt tale, brought to life with rich watercolor illustrations, invites readers to see the forest’s beauty in new ways. It’s a story for all ages about love, strength, and resilience, reminding us that the things we hold dear continue to shape us, even after they’re gone.
The Storybook Walk edition of The Acorn & the Oak was created to make doing a Storybook Walk as simple as possible. Illustrations have been set up so that each spread matches up perfectly in the middle and page numbers have been added for easy sorting. In addition, each spread contains activity prompts which have children running and doing activities between the pages! All you need to do is open the book, CUT on the dotted line, LAMINATE each spread in an 11 x 17 inch pouch, and DISPLAY as wanted. This storybook run works both indoors or outdoors along a path or fence.
Original title: The Acorn & the Oak
Author: Rhonda Accardo/ Illustrator: Jessica Waterstadt
Nature themed prompts: Through nature themed activity prompts, children can get up close and discover oak trees and their fascinating ecosystem. This books works great with station activities!
Rhonda has always had a love for storytelling. Though she initially explored journalism, she ultimately found her calling in nursing, where she’s drawn to the unique stories each person shares. After the passing of her beloved aunt, Rhonda was inspired to write The Acorn & the Oak, a heartfelt tribute to her aunt and a reflection on the cycle of life and loss. In this story, the oak tree symbolizes the enduring love her aunt gave so freely, a love that continues to touch lives even after her passing.
A classically trained fine artist and illustrator, Jessica draws from years of experience both in the studio and beyond, infusing each piece with skill and authenticity. Jessica excels at capturing the heart of her subjects, transforming inspiration into art that resonates.
Best for ages: 2-99 years
Topics: Life, grief, nature
Genre: Fiction and nonfiction
Also available as a Ready-to-Use Storybook Walk Editions in 11 × 17 Edition. This comes printed on 11 × 17 paper, laminated, and ready to be either hung up or placed in Storywalk frames.
