Mother Tree tells the story of Atisa, the last surviving adult håyon lågu, or “tree of the north” on Guam. She has become the Mother Tree and the final hope for this beautiful native species to survive. Faced with many dangers, she finds joy in her friendships with the jungle creatures around her. Mother Tree teaches the value of protecting the natural world around us. It will inspire young readers to learn more about native species and how to help them thrive.

• Author(s): Olympia Terral
• Illustrator: Dawn Lees Reyes
• Publisher: University of Guam Press (2020)
• Imprint: Taiguini Books
• ISBN-13: 978-1-935198-35-2
• Hardcover: 24 pages
• Price: $15

Olympia Terral has made her home on Guam for over 30 years. Her deep love of nature underpins her love of science. She is greatly concerned about the health of the planet and the legacy we are leaving for future generations of plants, animals and people.

Dawn Lees Reyes has 30 years experience as a professional artist working in multiple media of painting, drawing and sculpture. Her work can be seen in various public buildings on Guam, most notably the Guam Museum, the Gloria B. Nelson Public Service Building and the Guam Regional Medical 

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