Isaac’s Ice Cream Tree

Children's book cover of kid in ice cream tree
Isaac’s Ice Cream Tree by Angela Henderson, illustrated by Rachael Koppendrayer, 2019

Isaac loves the sugar maple in his yard, and he can’t help but feel bad for it when its branches are winter-bare. He decides to give it a gift…and is surprised when the tree returns the favor in the new morning snow, presenting him with balls of . . . ice cream!

But how long can the magic last with spring on the horizon?

This magical exploration through the colors of the rainbow, the days of the week, and some of our favorite fruits is sure to delight readers of all ages!

Available in hardcover, softcover, and e-book

A colourful tale of changing seasons, full of heart and hope.”

Julia Rawlinson, author of the Fletcher books

A luscious blend of true childhood emotions and fanciful dreams.”

Elisa Kleven, author/illustrator of over 30 picture books

Take a peek inside!

Isaac contemplates his favorite maple tree
Isaac climbs his favorite maple tree
Isaac gives his maple tree a strawberry

Meet Author Angela Henderson

Angela Henderson resides in Dallas, Texas with her three kiddos where she teaches middle school English Language Arts & Reading. Her inspiration for writing creative stories comes from exploring children’s books with her own children for over fourteen years, coaching  creative writing teams, leading children’s book workshops, attending conferences, and most of all, by being present in the crazy moments of life with her kids. She’s thrilled to introduce her own creative stories in her children’s books, Isaac’s Ice Cream Tree and Isaac & Izzy’s Tree House, where magical moments lead to positive perspectives and unexpected friendships.   

Angela enjoys doing school and library visits where she reads her book with the kids, shares the process of publishing, inspires students on their own creative journey, and provides thematic crafts, treats, and confetti balloons! 

Purchase illustrator-signed copies of Isaac’s Ice Cream Tree in hardcover or softcover here!

For more on the making of the illustrations, check out these blog posts!

Part 1: Becoming an illustrator
Part 2: The Initial Contact
Part 3: First Round of Sketches
Part 4: Edits and Color Roughs
Part 5: Final Artwork

ISBN-10: 1946531510
ISBN-13: 978-1-946531-12-4 (paperback)
ISBN-13: 978-1-946531-51-3 (hardcover)
ISBN 13: 978-1-946531-13-1 (digital)
ASIN: 194653112X

WhiteSpark Publishing
a division of WhiteFire Publishing
Cumberland, MD

Printed in USA

BISAC: Juvenile Fiction
JUV009100 concepts/seasons
JUV029050 science & nature/trees & forests

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