THE OLD OAK TREE · A NEW CHAPTERAnother way into the story.
The same old oak. The same much-loved story.
More room for visual storytelling.
IN DEVELOPMENT
Time to look.
Space to connect.
This visual edition of The Old Oak Tree is being developed with Deaf children in mind. Large illustrations, clear picture sequences and the characters’ expressions help readers follow what happens, notice how feelings change and discover the connections between one scene and the next.
Selected illustrated British Sign Language vocabulary accompanies the story, with Jennifer’s original English text included for shared reading.
Children will be able to spend time with each picture, point out the details that interest them and explore the story with a parent, carer or teacher. From the squirrels gathering acorns to the gardener caring for his old friend, the pictures give families plenty to notice and discuss together.
The edition carries the original story’s warmth and hope into a format that gives visual storytelling more room.
A new way to explore.
A story with room for you.
Growing from Jennifer’s 26 years of work
with profoundly Deaf children.
Let the pictures lead
Large illustrations and clear sequences give children time to notice expressions, feelings and connections.
Share the original story
Jennifer’s original English text is included for reading and exploring the story together.
Keep exploring
A companion BSL activity book is also in development, offering more ways to take part.
