"A story about falling down and growing up." The giant oak that towers over my home in San Anselmo insired this story. When the wind howls through his branches, I shiver in my bed. It is marvelous to ponder the small acorn that birthed this beauty. Friendship is found and determination is rewarded in this sweet tale of an acorn's adventure. Open Acorn to know how greatness starts small. About the Author and Photographer: Laurin and Stephen Abramson were both raised in San Anselmo, California. After attending the same high school, they were married 6 years later. Stephen is passionate about photography and Laurin loves sharing the wonders of nature with children. After graduating from S.F.S.U., Laurin discovered the Montessori method of education and has been teaching ever since. Laurin is also the author of "Coco" a bunny from Marin County.