the boreal forest

a year in the world’s largest land biome

WRITTEN BY L.E. CARMICHAEL

ILLUSTRATED BY JOSÉE BISAILLON

This stunning book takes readers on a year-long journey through the boreal forest. Lyrical storytelling, paired with meticulous research, paint a picture of this vast wilderness that encircles the globe, like “a scarf around the neck of the world.” Home to an incredible diversity of species, the forest cleans our planet’s air and water, and plays a vital role in slowing global climate change. Written in consultation with Indigenous peoples who live in the forest, this book provides a rare glimpse into one of the most magnificent places on earth.

• 2022 Red Cedar Book Award, short-listed

• 2021 Information Book Award, Vancouver Children’s Literature Roundtable, Winner

• 2021 Yellow Cedar Award, Ontario Library Association, Honour Book

• 2021 Best Children's Books List, Bank Street College

• 2021 Skipping Stones Book Awards, Honour List

• 2020 Ontario Library Association Best Bets List

• Chicago Public Library Best of the Best Books of 2020

• Best Books for Kids and Teens, Canadian Children’s Book Centre, Starred Selection

• “The accessible text proves its point that the boreal forest is both vast and vital. Excellent for the natural history and science shelves.” Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review

• “A fascinating introduction to the world’s largest biome.” School Library Journal

• “Enchanting.” Quill & Quire

• “An informative introduction.” Booklist