Marcie Colleen on SURVIVOR TREE

LB School & Library Podcast

In this emotional and powerful episode, LBYR's Victoria Stapleton discusses with author Marcie Colleen her new picture book, SURVIVOR TREE. The hopeful story of a resilient tree that grew (and still grows) at the base of the twin towers is a simple introduction for young readers to gain an understanding of September 11th and the impact it had on America. "A sensitive, accessible entry point into a relatively recent tragedy."—Publishers Weekly * "A lovely 20th-anniversary tribute to the towers and all who perished—and survived."—Kirkus Reviews, starred review "Eloquent.... A moving history and tribute to resilience."—Booklist "Survivor Tree, which marks the 20-year anniversary of 9/11, is like its subject: a stately monument to resilience."—Shelf Awareness "A story of history and hope, of tragedy and resilience."—Midwest Book Review