{"product_id":"do-you-speak-tree-hardcover","title":"Do You Speak Tree? - Hardcover","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJosh Oaktree\u003c\/b\u003e (Text by (Art\/Photo Books)), \u003cb\u003eJosiane Vlitos\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator), \u003cb\u003eAmelia Boscov\u003c\/b\u003e (Consultant)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA modern Lorax! In this joyful graphic novel for young readers, a good-natured oak tree sets out on a mission to find someone who will speak up for the forest.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\"A lushly illustrated tale for youngsters that will inspire environmental empathy.\" -- \u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIf a tree falls and no one around cares, what do you do? Oakie the oak tree sets out to find help. But when Oakie speaks, would-be friends become confused. The problem is that Oakie speaks \"Tree,\" a fun visual language that no one else understands. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThat all changes when Oakie meets Art, an imaginative elementary student with a crayon in hand and a plan in mind to inspire the world. Will Art and Oakie save the day? That all depends... Do \u003ci\u003eyou\u003c\/i\u003e speak Tree? \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat makes the \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eArt \u0026amp; Oakie Ask\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e series unique is that each book is a nearly wordless. The vibrant comic book visuals tell the story. To read each book aloud, you and your little ones get to make up the story for yourself, so no matter your age or reading ability, you can speak up for nature with Art and Oakie! \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eDo You Speak Tree? \u003c\/i\u003eis the first book in the series. Stay tuned for \u003ci\u003eDo You Speak Bear? \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eDo You Speak Bee? \u003c\/i\u003e-- Coming soon!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJosh Oaktree\u003c\/b\u003e (author) is the managing director and founder of Oak Tree Comics, an independent publisher where imagination meets environmentalism. His award-winning books for young and middle-grade readers include the \u003ci\u003eArt \u0026amp; Oakie Ask\u003c\/i\u003e series, \u003ci\u003eThorn the Unicorn\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eThe Weird Animal Hour. \u003c\/i\u003eHe holds his MFA in screenwriting from the American Film Institute. Originally from the Philadelphia area, Josh lives in sunny Los Angeles. Learn more about Josh and his books at joshoaktree.com.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJosiane Vlitos\u003c\/b\u003e (illustrator) is from Prince Edward Island and has a background in Communication Design. Inspired by her English childhood of castles, forts, and beachcombing, her work features bright palettes, playful characters, and magical worlds. She aims to spark joy and positive change through themes of inclusion, sustainability, and self-love. When not illustrating, she's reading, beachcombing, or daydreaming--usually with a biscuit in hand. Josiane lives in Charlottetown with her husband, daughter, and rabbit.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAmelia Xanthe Boscov\u003c\/b\u003e (editor) is a Brooklyn-based film director, writer, and producer. Originally from outside of Philly, she received her BFA from NYU Tisch School of the Arts. In her work, she often focuses on stories that uplift and celebrate women and the LGBTQ community through a hopeful and often surreal lens. Her first experience with independent publishing was \u003ci\u003eDid You Boscov Today?, \u003c\/i\u003e a tribute book to her grandfather, which she co-wrote and co-edited with her cousins. As Oak Tree Comics' creative director, she helps bring Oak Tree Comics projects to life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.45 x 10.25 x 8.24 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e October 13, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67913646440702,"sku":"9781954754126","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0826\/8716\/4670\/files\/3ubHg9rOCX9781954754126.webp?v=1793350707","url":"https:\/\/123learningstore.com\/products\/do-you-speak-tree-hardcover","provider":"123 Learning Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}