The Yum Yum Tree

Description

The Yum-Yum Tree reveals a truly sticky situation. Baby monkey has climbed up the high, spiky, sticky trunk and can't get down. Every animal has an idea for coaxing her back to her anxious mother, but the little monkey refuses to move. However, the flamingos have a cunning plan as always...

JONNIE WILD's interest in conservation was first stimulated by his own children's distress at learning about destruction of the rainforests. He set up the Yorkshire Rainforest project, which planted new forest trees in an Amazon area as big as Yorkshire, and now has similar projects all over the world. He works with environmental scientists at the University of Leeds, supporting collaborative research and action in conserving forest habitats for the benefit of both animals and humans. BRITA GRANSTROM's illustrations have won such top awards as the Smarties/Nestle Silver Award, and the English Association Picture Book Award (no less than five times) and she has been twice shortlisted for the ALMA (Astrid Lindgren Memorial Award). Her most recent book, with her husband Mick Manning, is Books, Books, Books! published in 2017 by Otter-Barry Books. Brita's vivid memories of working as a volunteer for a flying doctor in Africa help to give authenticity as well as humour to her illustration for the 'Five Flamingos' books.

"Vibrantly illustrated...a lovely introduction to African animals, with royalties supporting wildlife conservation." * Parents in Touch * "Absolutely bound to induce instant delight is the surprise finale of Johnnie's smashing tale of problem solving and community...Brita's comical illustrations are a treat making every spread a giggle-worthy event for both listeners and adult readers aloud. If you've yet to encounter this particular group of African animals then start here, but be sure to catch up with their previous adventures." * Red Reading Hub *