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When the Trees Let Go: A Gentle Story About Letting Go of Worries and Finding Hope
Paperback
Series: The Little Things That Matter
FamilyGeneral Juvenile Fiction
ISBN13: 9781972016565
Publisher: Rooted & Roaming Press
Published: Jun 8 2026
Pages: 56
Weight: 0.34
Height: 0.15 Width: 8.50 Depth: 8.50
Language: English
When the Trees Let Go: A Gentle Story About Letting Go of Worries and Finding Hope
From award-winning children's author and illustrator Wendy Pine comes a beautifully illustrated story about emotional healing, resilience, self-discovery, and learning to let go of the worries we carry.
On a quiet autumn morning, Emma walks through the forest with her grandmother beneath a canopy of golden leaves. The air feels different. Cooler. Quieter. Softer somehow. As they wander along winding woodland paths painted in shades of gold, amber, and deep red, Emma notices something she has never truly considered before.
The trees are letting go.
One leaf drifts softly to the ground.
Then another.
And another.
Curious, Emma asks a simple question:
Why do trees let go of their leaves?
What follows is a gentle conversation that helps Emma understand an important truth. Trees know they do not have to carry everything forever. They trust the seasons. They trust that spring will come again. They trust that new growth will follow.
And perhaps people can learn to do the same.
As Emma reflects on the worries, fears, and feelings she has been quietly carrying in her heart, she begins to discover that letting go is not the same as losing something. Sometimes letting go creates space for healing, hope, and new beginnings.
Filled with warm watercolor illustrations, comforting autumn scenery, and timeless wisdom inspired by nature, When the Trees Let Go offers young readers a meaningful introduction to emotional awareness and emotional regulation. Through Emma's journey, children learn that difficult feelings are a natural part of life and that they do not have to carry every worry forever.
Perfect for children ages 4-9, this thoughtful picture book encourages conversations about anxiety, fear, sadness, change, resilience, mindfulness, self-reflection, and emotional well-being. Parents, grandparents, teachers, school counselors, therapists, librarians, and caregivers will find valuable opportunities to discuss feelings and healthy coping skills in an age-appropriate and reassuring way.
Part of the beloved Little Things That Matter series, this heartfelt story celebrates the lessons nature quietly teaches us every day. Readers will discover that just as trees release their leaves each autumn, people can learn to release worries that no longer serve them and trust that brighter seasons lie ahead.
This special hardcover edition also includes bonus content designed to extend the story beyond the final page, including:
- A companion song accessible through a QR code
- Hidden heart-shaped leaf activities
- Reflection and discussion questions
- A special note for grown-ups
- Emotional wellness activities for children
- Information about the Little Things That Matter series
- Additional books by Wendy Pine
Gentle, reassuring, and beautifully illustrated, When the Trees Let Go is a story families will return to again and again during seasons of change, growth, healing, and hope.
Because sometimes the bravest thing a heart can do is let go.
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