A powerful and touching picture book about love and connection, separation and letting go �Autumn has passed and winter is here � but the little brown leaf clings on.Through cold and snow and howling winds, a mighty oak tree stands tall, with one last leaf on its empty branches.One last leaf.From two of Australia's favourite picture book creators, bestselling author Patrick Guest and award-winning illustrator Jess Racklyeft, comes a story your family will treasure for a lifetime.WHAT MAKES THIS BOOK SPECIAL: �A POWERFUL STORY, GENTLY TOLD: One Last Leaf is a powerful yet sensitively written allegory about family, love and letting go, which will hold meaning for any child or family dealing with change, separation anxiety or loss. �REASSURING MESSAGE: A truly moving and ultimately uplifting picture book for all ages, perfectly balanced by its themes of love and memory, and strength and independence. �AWARD-WINNING ILLUSTRATOR: Jess Racklyeft's signature style captures the luminous beauty of nature and perfectly complements the moving text. �ACCLAIMED AUTHOR: Patrick Guest is the bestselling author of Windows and The Second Sky.PERFECT FOR: �Children aged 3 to 8. �Families wanting to support their children dealing with separation anxiety, fear of letting go, loss or grief. �Families who love beautiful storytelling with big emotions. �Classroom use in primary school settings � a great starting point for exploring themes of connection, belonging, love and loss.