Pond by Jim LaMarche Bridget Beth Collins The Purple Peach Tree

The Purple Peach Tree

gentle thumping

teaches children's literature at Eastern Kentucky University and received the prestigious Ashland Oil Teacher of the Year award in 1996

he begins to sprout and bloom

Pond by Jim LaMarche Bridget Beth Collins The Purple Peach Tree"A loving portrayal of a never forgotten connection with the natural world." Kirkus Reviews, starred review "It's a powerful vision of making one's own wild place, with no special equipment or expenditure required." Publishers Weekly, starred review The joy of the seasons, the wonder of discovery, and the appreciation and respect for the natural world is at the heart of this book, drawn from the childhood of award winning illustrator Jim LaMarche.