Wombat's family tree assignment turns sour when he realizes that every ancestor has a special something they are good at--everyone except him. He tries all the talents he's learned about from his family members, from music to carving to cooking, but nothing fits. Then, with a nudge to try again, the family tree branches out to grow into Wombat's very own something.

Wombat and the Family Tree by Marietta Apollonio is for children aged 5 to 8 and features:

• A heartfelt and fun exploration of what a family tree is while finding a sense of self within your heritage
• A sweet and energetic main character who wants to do his best
• A supportive family who encourages Wombat to keep trying despite disappointment
• Whimsical and nostalgic illustrations that enrich the story with delightful details
• A note from the author about her own adventures in genealogy
• A blank family tree for children to fill in that allows room for a variety of family structures and caregiving situations

Join Wombat for an adventure in self-discovery as he answers these questions: Where do I come from? What can I learn from people who have come before me? What are my special skills that I can contribute to my family and community?