In this beautifully illustrated book, Miss Maple (think the size of Thumbelina) collects and nurtures orphaned seeds of all kinds.  She travels all over during the summer and collects the seeds, keeps them throughout the year, and when spring comes she launches them where they will thrive.  The illustrations are water color with some black ink outlining.  The voice of the story is calming and soothing.  The scenes of Miss Maple in her tree house make you want to be there.    Could be a great resource if tied with plant/seed science units.