Tree Musketeers

Being the new kid in school can be hard. After moving from Saskatchewan to Vancouver, Jeanie has trouble accepting so many changes. New school, new teacher, new friends - even the weather is a big change for this uprooted prairie girl. It becomes even harder when she finds out that her uncle’s company is going to cut down everyone’s favourite climbing tree. Making friends and fitting in may be even more difficult than she had expected!

There were some really positive qualities about Tree Musketeers that make it a good choice for young readers. The short chapters made for a quick pace and would be especially appealing to reluctant readers. The content was relatable, although the language sometimes seemed a bit forced when trying to be relevant to young readers. The most positive aspect of the book was the overall message of empowering young people to take action on environmental issues, even something as simple as working together to save a tree.

While I do recommend Tree Musketeers, my only reservation about it is that I don’t see it as a book that readers would return to, and so it might not have longevity or high circulation within a collection. As far as environmental-themed books go, it is not the most memorable, but it would be a good quick read to introduce the subject or for young readers who have an interest in the area.