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Little Acorn

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Meet a tiny hero with big dreams: Little Acorn by Melanie Joyce is a charming board (or picture) book that follows a humble acorn on its journey toward becoming a mighty oak tree. Full of warmth, wonder, and nature magic, this story invites young learners into the secret life cycle of a tree — complete with growth, change, and a dash of forest mystery.

Additional Information: Please be advised that crates may contain small parts that may not be suitable for children under 3 years. Do not consume crate contents.

When the book arrives, here's what you'll get:

  • A narrative following an acorn’s transformation from seed to sapling to oak
  • Gorgeous illustrations by Gina Maldonado that bring forest life to vivid color
  • Simple, rhythmic text that invites repetition and engagement
  • Occasional science-y side notes about roots, soil, sunlight, seasons, and growth
  • Glossary / fact boxes (or text inserts) to deepen nature knowledge
  • A gentle pacing that pairs well with read-aloud, pointing, and “What do you think happens next?” questions

This book is just right for:

  • Young readers or listeners, roughly ages 3–6 (preschool through early kindergarten)
  • Homeschool families wanting to introduce nature, life cycles, and forests in a sweet, accessible way
  • Preschool co-ops, storytime groups, or libraries looking for a seasonal/nature title
  • Kids who ask questions like “Where do acorns go?” and “How does a tree grow?”

We work hard to process and ship all in-stock orders as quickly as possible! While we strive to ship same day, but please allow up to three business days for processing. As a small business, we appreciate your patience and are committed to getting your order out the door as fast as we can.

  • For out-of-stock items, please contact us for a more specific timeline on when the item will be restocked, we're happy to help!
  • For new releases, including our upcoming unit crates, will ship after the product's official release date. Crates are released on September 1st, December 1st, March 1st, and June 1st.

Shipping Methods & Tracking

  • We ship via UPS and USPS, with shipping costs calculated at checkout based on your location. 
  • Once your order ships, you’ll receive a tracking notification to keep you updated on its journey. While we can’t control what happens to packages once they leave our hands, we want to ensure they arrive safely. 
  • If there’s an issue with your shipment, please contact us—we’ll do our best to assist. If your tracking shows the package was delivered but you haven't received it, you'll need to follow up with the shipping carrier for further assistance.

At this time, we only ship within the U.S. Thank you for your understanding and for supporting our small business! 

Who Will Love It

  • Nature-curious kids who enjoy stories about plants, animals, and how things grow
  • Parents or teachers wanting a gentle science introduction without it feeling “textbooky”
  • Toddlers, preschoolers, and early elementary children who respond to rhythm, rhyme, and repetition
  • Anyone building a nature-themed or seasonal homeschool unit (trees, fall, ecosystems, etc.)

Educational & Developmental Benefits

  • Science foundations & life cycles — introduces the growth stages of a tree (acorn → sapling → oak)
  • Observation & vocabulary growth — terms like “roots,” “seedling,” “canopy,” etc., in a meaningful context
  • Prediction & sequencing — kids can guess what happens next, then check their thinking
  • Listening & early literacy skills — rhythmic, simple prose helps early learners track language flow
  • Connection to nature & wonder — fosters a deeper appreciation for trees, forest ecosystems, and growth over time
  • Discussion prompts & hands-on tie-ins — e.g. “Let’s plant an acorn and see what it does!”

Little Acorn

$1.99
$1.99
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