The Tin Forest by Helen Ward and Wayne Anderson

I received this book last spring from my Aunt Pat who teaches 6th grade and I am not going to lie; I had mixed thoughts about the book before I even opened it to the first page. I questioned the plot and how can someone write about a Forest full of tin, I wondered how this could be exciting and why would anyone want to read this book.

I really enjoyed this book because it can relate to many different aspects of life. Dreams can come true if you put in hard work and effort into what you are striving for. This man was forgotton and surrounded by thousands of pieces of tin. Instead of wishing and hoping he could life in a beautiful forest full of life he put his dream into action. He used what he was given and didn't stop believing in himself or his dreams.

The illustrations used in this book described the forest better than the words. There was so much effort and detail that put into each page. From the tin in the forest where there was a scratch, nail, chipped piece, to the old man's beard, and colorful forest. The illustrations made this book come alive. It is a great book for all ages becuase it encourages everyone to..." never stop dreaming."