A powerful and touching picture book about love and connection, separation and letting go …
Autumn has passed and winter is here … but the little brown leaf clings on.
Through cold and snow and howling winds, a mighty oak tree stands tall, with one last leaf on its empty branches.
One last leaf.
From two of Australia's favourite picture book creators, bestselling author Patrick Guest and award-winning illustrator Jess Racklyeft, comes a story your family will treasure for a lifetime.
WHAT MAKES THIS BOOK SPECIAL:
- A POWERFUL STORY, GENTLY TOLD: One Last Leaf is a powerful yet sensitively written allegory about family, love and letting go, which will hold meaning for any child or family dealing with change, separation anxiety or loss.
- REASSURING MESSAGE: A truly moving and ultimately uplifting picture book for all ages, perfectly balanced by its themes of love and memory, and strength and independence.
- AWARD-WINNING ILLUSTRATOR: Jess Racklyeft's signature style captures the luminous beauty of nature and perfectly complements the moving text.
- ACCLAIMED AUTHOR: Patrick Guest is the bestselling author of Windows and The Second Sky.
PERFECT FOR:
- Children aged 3 to 8.
- Families wanting to support their children dealing with separation anxiety, fear of letting go, loss or grief.
- Families who love beautiful storytelling with big emotions.
- Classroom use in primary school settings – a great starting point for exploring themes of connection, belonging, love and loss.
