The Neverland Forest Kindergarten Picture Book, which connects the forest and children and captures the vitality of nature, has been completed!
Following the publication of “The Gentle Spring Breeze Says Hello” and “Walk the Moist Summer Forest Path,” the Neverland Forest Kindergarten picture book series has been completed with the publication of “Let’s Prepare a Colorful Autumn Table” and “Meet the Winter Forest Friends.”
Neverland Forest Kindergarten does not simply show the forest in all four seasons, but also captures children becoming one with the forest as they run and play in it.


★ Children encounter unexpected nature friends in a winter forest covered in white snow.
In winter, the leaves noticeably decrease, leaving only bare branches, and small insects and wildflowers disappear.
But it's surprising to see how many living things are stirring in the seemingly quiet and cold winter forest.
Many animals hibernate in winter.
But there are animals that survive the winter without sleeping and endure the cold.
Squirrels, rabbits, and deer roam the winter forests in search of scarce food.
The dogwoods and elms have winter buds on their branches, bearing leaves and flowers that will bloom in spring.
Evening primrose and sedge survive the winter by keeping their roots and leaves close to the ground.

If snow falls on this winter forest, another scene unfolds.
If you look closely, you can find animal footprints, and interesting shapes are created by the snow that has settled on each branch and rock.
The white snow is cold, but it makes children's eyes and hearts happy and warm.
"Meet the Winter Forest Friends" depicts three siblings climbing the mountain behind their house and enjoying the snow-covered forest.
When it snows, children naturally want to go outside.
Children dressed warmly headed into the forest to make footprints, play hide-and-seek among the trees, and even build snowmen.
We also do good deeds by leaving out fruits and nuts for our animal friends.
It clearly shows the consideration and consideration for the plight of animals in the forest.


★ A winter forest story told through pictures that make the most of the blank space and simple text.
The author boldly utilized the margins while depicting a snow-covered winter forest with colored pencils.
As the white surface itself became a snow field, the space became cooler and allowed more focus on the children, trees, and animal friends.
I also tried to capture in my paintings the natural objects that are struggling to survive and thrive in the quiet winter forest.
It will be fun to look for animal friends hiding here and there in the forest.

The space covered in white snow is not just an empty space, but an open space where children can run around to their heart's content.
It makes you imagine what might be hidden beneath the snow, what it would feel like to touch it and taste it.
The writing is lyrical and simple, and attempts to capture the joy of children playing in a snowy forest.
It's lovely to see children interacting with the creatures of the winter forest.
Children who encounter animals and plants that are busy preparing for winter will feel the wonder of life.

★ A colorful introduction to the flora and fauna and natural play found in the winter forest.
Children encounter various plants and animals while playing in nature in the forest.
If you approach it as a friend to play with rather than an object to learn from, you will soon become curious about its name and shape and look at it more deeply.
This book uses colored pencil drawings to illustrate natural elements found in the text, satisfying children's curiosity.
Natural objects not covered in the main text are faithfully included in the appendix.
We have collected and introduced natural objects that can be seen in the winter forest, such as animals that do not hibernate, bird feathers, animal footprints, insects and roots that spend the winter under fallen leaves, and evergreen trees that have green leaves even in winter, and we have introduced fun nature activities that can be done in the forest, so that you can go to the forest yourself, look for them, and try them out.


★ Nature-friendly educational picture books confidently recommended by forest education experts
"Neverland Forest Kindergarten Picture Book" connects with the kindergarten curriculum, including nature exploration, physical exercise and health, social relationships, art experiences, and communication, leading to a holistic and nature-friendly education.
The Forest Ecology Story corner at the end of this book, written by Lim Jae-taek, president of the Korea Forest Kindergarten Association, discusses the relationship between forests and children, the forest experience in winter, and the value of forest education that can be gained from it.


“The winter forest, full of life and breathing, teaches children the laws of nature.
Children are fascinated by the winter survival of plants and animals and feel the wonder of life.···They grow into adults who are more sensitive to nature and actively consider ways to live in harmony with it.

“Children learn the wisdom of life from the little things they encounter in nature.
Children who accept nature not as objects but as beings that coexist and thrive with them will live in harmony with the life of the forest, within nature's time rather than human time, and enjoy a happy life with healthy thoughts and values."

Lim Jae-taek, Professor Emeritus, Pusan ​​National University, President of the Korea Forest Kindergarten Association