1123 Slowly SlowlyAges 4 8. A poetic meditation on how you can see more when you slow down. In this this simple yet stunning picture book, a persimmon tree stretches across every page, changing with the seasons. In the world beyond its branches, a boy and his puppy delight in the wonders they see around them. All the while, the tree is slowly growing, blooming, and creating fruit to be enjoyed. 40 pages hc School Library Journal *Starred Review