WHERE THE FOREST MEETS THE SEA by Jeannie Baker
PAPERBACK
Author & Illustrator: Jeannie Baker
Quietly powerful, visually stunning, and deeply thought-provoking, WHERE THE FOREST MEETS THE SEA is a timeless picture book that invites children to reflect on nature, history, and our responsibility to the future.
When a young boy visits a tropical rainforest with his father, he imagines the forest as it once was - millions of years ago. In his mind, extinct and rare animals roam freely, and Aboriginal children play among the trees. The forest feels ancient, alive, and full of stories.
But as the boy explores, he begins to wonder how long this place will remain unchanged. Roads, machinery, and development hover at the edges of the forest, raising a gentle but urgent question: what will happen if we don’t protect what has taken so long to grow?
Created by Jeannie Baker, this book uses her signature hand-crafted collage illustrations to layer past, present, and possible futures - encouraging readers to look closely and think deeply.
Stunning collage artwork rich with detail and symbolism, that encourages environmental awareness and care for nature. Ideal for thoughtful readers and nature lovers, Where the Forest Meets the Sea is a gentle yet powerful reminder that the choices we make today shape the world of tomorrow.