Driven by endearing scenes of generosity Jelly Bean's friends take care of their friend while she's occupied, and even after the chicks hatch they aren't quite ready to leave their unconventional home this story imparts a gentle message about being a good friend and looking out for one another. 'See my nest?' The story's premise and artwork, a mix of torn-paper and digital collage, share a sweetness and simplicity: weathered paper edges give Yuly's animals a plushlike texture, and her careful use of other elements (such as twine for the nest) adds visual appeal. 'I am a tree,' she tells her visiting animal friends. Jelly Bean loves standing among the trees, and she 'especially loves to nap with them.' As Jelly Bean rests, readers see a bird building a nest between her ears once awake, the giraffe stands motionless, protecting the bird and her eggs. This is an exuberant book about some everyday gifts from the natural world and a lighthearted way to express gratitude for them, with words that are easy, charming and important to say out loud now and then: “Thank you, bees,” “Thank you, trees,” “Thank you, Earth.Yuly (Cat Nap) introduces a patient blue giraffe named Jelly Bean, who finds herself caring for a family of birds. Toni Yuly is the author and illustrator of Early Bird, Night Owl, and Cat Nap, all published by Feiwel and. Storytime with Miss Linda : The Jelly Bean Tree - YouTube Join Miss Linda from Irmo Branch Library for a story, songs and rhymes as she reads The Jelly Bean Tree by Toni Yuly. Kirkus Reviews (starred review) About the Author Toni Yuly is the creator of the picture books Thank You, Bees The Jelly Bean Tree Cat Nap Night Owl. Viviane Elbee (Goodreads Author) 3.97 avg rating 268 ratings. is the creator of the picture books The Whole Wide World and Me, The Jelly Bean Tree, Cat Nap, Night Owl, and Early Bird. Yuly reminds readers of the importance of appreciating the natural world.Brief enough to hold even a toddler’s attention, this will suit story hours ranging from Thanksgiving to Earth Day. Storytime picture books with giraffes in them. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. With sparing text and paper-collage art, this is a perfect little book about appreciating life’s simple gifts. Buy Jelly Bean Tree, The by Yuly, Toni (ISBN: 9781250094063) from Amazons Book Store.

Nature's gifts are recognized and celebrated in this minimalist picture book that links gratitude with life itself.Appreciation is emblematic in this attractive and uncomplicated narrative that may also serve as a nondenominational bedtime prayer for the very young.ĭespite the simplicity of text and artwork, this book delivers a powerful message about appreciating the environment and its gifts and the interconnectedness of the ecosystems.