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K-3
In this French import, a spare, eloquent text invites readers to explore a forest along with the child in the illustrations. With the help of her evocative, earthy watercolors, Dek depicts the woods as a wondrous place; "the best playground ever," where "you can shout as loud as you want," treasures await discovery, etc. Striking and unexpected compositions make each page turn memorable.