Why Would Anyone Want to Cut a Tree Down?

by Roberta Burzynski

This delightful book shows children the life cycle of trees, showing that trees are a renewable resource as their seeds can be planted to make new trees grow. It also discusses the need to remove sick, flammable and other dangerous trees as well as the various uses for wood from cut trees. All of it is so beautifully illustrated in full color that the lessons come alive for adults and children alike. Ideal for parents, teachers and children. By Roberta Burzynski. Illustrations by Juliette Watts.

Genres: Childrens

44 pages, Hardcover

First published February 28, 2013

Reviews

[Kenneth · Rating 5 out of 5]

A very nice book to sit down and read with your child.
This would be their introduction to the science of forestry.
Forty pages long, wonderfully illustrated and produced by the USDA Forest Service.
The reader will learn, how important are tress, what purposes do they serve, what useful products can be made from them. Also covered: What other living things benefit from trees, when should trees be cut down, and can trees laying on the forest floor- rotting, still be useful?

[Katie Merkel · Rating 4 out of 5]

I like how this book tells why trees are important and why it is necessary to cut down some trees. The fact that the book gives a basic overview of what living trees do, how animals and the soil benefit from dead trees, and some of the things humans use wood for makes this book a good introduction to forestry and conservation.

[Anthony · Rating 4 out of 5]

A look at the pros and cons of cutting down a tree. This Book shares important and useful information on the use and need for trees.

[Karen GoatKeeper · Rating 4 out of 5]

This picture book is for reading to a child rather than having the child read it. some of the vocabulary is a bit advanced for very young children without explanation.
The illustrations are excellent. The information is interesting and brings up many reasons for both having trees and cutting trees down. It does have an urban emphasis.
There is a parent's guide at the end.
The book is a simple, good introduction to the values of trees both in an ecological sense and as useful objects we use everyday.

[Gabby · Rating 5 out of 5]

Beautiful watercolor drawings. I love trees and these drawing are just the ticket.