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By: Darrell Dawson

From Small Acorns Grow Mighty Oaks

Pages: 26 Ratings: 5.0
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Many years ago the author took part in a long-weekend camping trip on a small island on Lake Nipissing, Ontario, Canada. It was while camping there that he met a man called Dick with his wife, Ann, and their daughter, six-year-old Rebecca. They became firm friends and soon the author was treated as if he were a family member. Later, a sister for Rebecca was born and christened Rachel. The author was honored to be chosen by the family to be Rachel’s godfather.


This story covers the importance of nature, environment, family, friendship, and the essence of a platonic love between people that still holds strong today.

Darrell Dawson was born in Bradford, Yorkshire, England in 1938. He attended Woodhouse Grove School, a public school for boys. While serving two years of compulsory National Service in the Royal Navy between 1956 – 1958, he witnessed a hydrogen bomb test explosion above Christmas Island in the Pacific Ocean. He was a manager in technical electronic sales all his working career and emigrated to Canada in 1977, where he still resides on the Atlantic coast.For ten years all his writing has been based on his life, known as Lifewriting. This is his first attempt at writing a fiction story for children.
Customer Reviews
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  • Hedy Redeker

    Lovely story, including beautiful illustrations. The story helps the child to ask questions throughout. It brought me to tears at the end.

  • Wendy Keddy

    This is a heartwarming story for anyone, young or old. I highly recommend the book! It is well-written and beautifully illustrated. A keeper for sure!

  • Rachel Singer

    As I'm only mentioned on two pages in the book, I'll make this short – just kidding! Have known the author since I was born and have always kept in touch. The story is definitely captivating for a young child and the illustrations are wonderful. For a first-time author of a children's fiction story, I give it a High 5!

  • Ann J Singer

    I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and I loved the illustrations. It would appeal to children of all ages and I am looking forward to reading it to my twin granddaughters - I am sure it will be one of their favorite books.

  • Ellen Gordon

    A sweet story of Rebecca, a young girl who recognizes the wonder of a mighty oak; its longevity, its provision of a home to countless birds, and welcome shade for happy picnickers.

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