David and the City Gardens: How New York Bloomed One Tree Square at a Time (Hardcover- Free US shipping)

A children's picture book inspired by a true New York City story.

Meet David, Mollie, and Ollie as they discover neglected tree squares throughout New York City. When David sees litter and weeds taking over these small spaces, he decides to transform them into colorful gardens.

As David cleans, plants, waters, and cares for the gardens, something unexpected happens. Neighbors begin to notice. Children become curious. Animals visit. And a small act of care begins inspiring a larger community.

David and the City Gardens is a heartwarming picture book for children ages 3–8 about gardening, nature, kindness, community, environmental awareness, and making a difference.

Why Families Will Love the Story

• A true-story-inspired New York City adventure
• A colorful story about gardening and nature
• A relatable message about helping your community
• Featuring David, Mollie the dog, and Ollie the cat
• Designed for children ages 3–8
• A thoughtful gift for young readers who love books, animals, nature, gardening, and New York City

A Book for Classrooms and Libraries

The story also provides opportunities for classroom conversations about plants, environmental stewardship, community, responsibility, kindness, and early science.

Educator resources include a teacher's reading guide, discussion questions, vocabulary, gardening activities, and printable activities.

School, classroom, library, and institutional orders are available by request.

A True New York City Story

The book is inspired by David Kass's real-life efforts to transform neglected tree squares into gardens throughout his neighborhood.

What started as one person's decision to care for a small piece of the city became a story about how individual actions can inspire other people.