This is a beautiful book for children. It is probably most suitable for eight to eleven year olds but the charming illustrations will appeal to younger children also. The thoughtful text withstands many readings.

An intricate picture book following the passage of time through the life of a tree, offering an interesting perspective on human life and how we spend our time. Giving an alarming wake up call to the life we lead today, and how inventions meant to save time have primarily led to us wasting it. Beautiful illustrations, with page format changing throughout to suit the tone of the narration, as well as keep younger readers engaged. This book walks the line between story and information, making it a great entry point for introducing non-fiction to little ones. I personally shed a tear towards the end, and will bet that few reads will be able to keep a dry eye. A Tree is a Time Machine is definitely worth a read!