This poetic picture book introduces young readers to "some of the reasons why trees are astounding." . . . Illustrations done in acrylic paint, stamped leaf prints, and "collaged specimens" are able to provide interesting details and dynamic angles of the fascinating flora.
--Booklist

Readers learn about each tree by following the path of a young girl and her abuelo as they work together checking on and caring for trees. . . . Delacre's declaration of the essential role of trees is admirable and should be heeded by all; in text and pictures she makes clear their beauty and uniqueness.
--School Library Journal

Coconut palms, monkey puzzles, baobabs, and many others appear in this stylized visual celebration of trees' many magnificent features. An opening exchange between a Latinx-cued child and their abuelo ("Why am I in awe of trees?/ Trees are astounding!") frames affectionate verse that highlights the surprising characteristics of coniferous and deciduous varieties alike.
--Publishers Weekly

Cool Green is a beautiful and informative introduction to some of the world's most fascinating trees.
--Margarita Engle, Newbery Honor-winning author of The Surrender Tree and Young People's Poet Laureate Emerita

This poetic text . . . describes in child-appropriate terms the characteristics of trees around the world that show ecological diversity and adaptation, as seen through the eyes of a landscaper and his granddaughter. . .Fuller explanations about the trees are in the back of the book, with text and pictures by an award-winning author/illustrator.
--The Pioneer Press