Earlier this week my adorable seven year old neighbor, James, reminded me that Arbor Day was just around the corner and that to celebrate, he planned to write a poem. I think he told me this because he knows I like to write too. I told him I’d love to read the poem once he’d written it and Thursday after school I finally got the chance. “I’m going to read it over the loudspeaker at school tomorrow” he explained.
And that gave me an idea! With his mom’s permission, I asked James if he’d like to share it on my blog as well. He thought that sounded neat! And, to illustrate, Miss A. offered to let us use her newest art work – a stained- glass illustration of a cherry tree in bloom. Now, without further ado, please enjoy this delightful collaboration between two young artists in celebration of trees!
And now a bonus… an illustration by James as well!
I think both the artist and the poet did a great job! Happy Arbor Day to all!
Laura Sassi Tales 
Great post! Arbor Day is properly celebrated.
Love the poem and art! Happy Arbor Day!
Great poem by a great student! Way to go James! The art is beautiful…thank you for sharing.
Let’s all go plant a tree – I am inspired!
Yes! The poem and art work are both very…. happy! Great work!