Packed with captivating facts about the most common trees in the United States, this brightly illustrated guide is perfect for young nature lovers.

“The compact size makes this book useful for taking on tree-identifying expeditions….this is a good starting place for learning about and identifying trees….the simple and straightforward way the information is presented sets this apart.”—School Library Journal

“It will leave youngsters primed to look more carefully at trees, and readers of all ages will find plenty of sound information. An attractive handbook for beginning nature enthusiasts.”—Kirkus

“This accessible field guide concentrates on visual elements like leaves, offering easy ways of identifying and differentiating types of trees....Intended for personal use, this still offers plenty of basic information while sparking curiosity.”— Booklist

Learn all about the towering trees around you in A Kid’s Guide to Backyard Trees ―a handy, easy-to-carry guidebook for explorers that shows you how to identify 40 trees that can be found in the United States ―using their bark, leaves, flowers, fruits, and seeds. Discover the wild world of trees as you learn about their life cycles, unique features of different types of trees, and why protecting them is important for the planet. Check the glossary for tree-related terms you might not know, keep track of the trees you’ve seen in a handy log, and try out a fun DIY project that lets you practice identifying leaves at home.

With A Kid’s Guide to Backyard Trees, children can become expert nature explorers, no matter their age!