Grand Old Oak and the Birthday Ball

This charming hidden picture picture book invites readers to join Bear and his friends through the seasons as they prepare a party filled with love, homemade delights, and woodland magic. A follow-up to the bestselling If You Go Down to the Woods Today.

With original poems by acclaimed writer Rachel Piercey and fun color art by Freya Hartas, this delightful tale features more than 100 hidden objects to spot and makes a great birthday present for children to immerse themselves in and explore.

Old Oak is Bear’s favorite tree in the woodland. With its gnarled trunk, giant branches, and glossy leaves, Oak supports hundreds of Bear’s friends, big and small. So when Bear learns that Oak is turning 500 years old, he decides to plan an extra-special birthday celebration.

Welcome friends and settle in:
there’s lots to do and see
as I tell you the story
of our oldest, wisest tree . . .