Salmon Forest [Paperback]

In this beautiful tribute to the Pacific rainforest for kids aged 4-8, discover the surprising connection between salmon and the forest, and why they need each other.

In this new edition of a classic, internationally acclaimed scientist David Suzuki and celebrated author Sarah Ellis share the life cycle of salmon in tender dialogue between Kate and her dad as they hike through the woods, meeting animals and friends along the way.

The charming and informative text, accompanied by Sheena Lott's exquisite watercolor art, magically evoke the spirit and mystery of the West Coast rainforest and celebrate salmon forests from an Indigenous perspective. Together, the text and illustrations illuminate the interconnectedness of the forest and the sea and of all life in between.

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David Suzukiis an internationally renowned geneticist and environmentalist who has made it his life’s work to help humanity understand, appreciate, respect, and protect nature. He is the co-founder of the David Suzuki Foundation and the author of more than fifty books, includingBompa’s Insect Expedition, also published by Greystone Kids.

Sarah Ellisis a celebrated author, teacher and children’s literature expert. She has written more than twenty books across the genres. She has won the Governor General’s Literary Award, the TD Canadian Children’s Literature Award and the Sheila Egoff Award.

Sheena Lottis an award-winning artist whose vibrant watercolors have graced 14 children's books, includingSalmon Forest,Jessie's Island, andMidnight in the Mountains. She lives in North Saanich, British Columbia.

Chief Ernest Alfredis a traditional and elected leader of the 'Na̱mg̱is First Nation. As a Culture and Language teacher at Alert Bay Elementary School, he has been an advocate for the education of young students for nearly 20 years. Ernest is passionate abl"