Watch the life of a magnificent tree unfold over a thousand years! A thousand years ago, a small oak acorn fell to the ground. As the years pass, it grows into a huge oak tree!

As the centuries go by, children play around the tree. Families dance around it. A fugitive king hides inside its hollow trunk!

The tree provides food and shelter to countless animals, from squirrels and jackals to birds and beetles.

After a thousand years, the ancient tree finally falls in a storm - but a new acorn sprouts, and the cycle of life begins again.

The magical story of the tree's life comes alive through the rich, dramatic verses of Julia Donaldson. Victoria Sandøy's stunning, atmospheric illustrations perfectly capture the changes of the seasons, as well as the people and wildlife that pass by.

Children will love spotting all the creatures in the pictures and watching the games they play around the tree.

This is a book that encourages all of us to observe nature more closely and appreciate the beauty of our ancient trees.

The last pages of the book contain additional fascinating facts about oaks and the animals that depend on them.

Pages: 32, Year of Publication: 0801, Dimensions: 22.2x22.2cm