Pedro, Adventures of a Cork Harvester is a beautifully illustrated hardcover children's book written by Henry Jelinek and illustrated by Cath Robbins Olivier, bringing to life the story of a young cork harvester as he begins his journey among the cork oak trees of Portugal. Follow Pedro, a young boy growing up on a small farm in central Portugal, as he spends his summer discovering the magic, beauty, and occasional danger of the cork forests. Learn about cork harvesting, the natural environment, the importance of family, and the rich cork-growing region of Portugal along the way. Told through engaging adventure storytelling and brightly illustrated pages, Pedro's journey weaves together environmental education, cultural storytelling, and genuine adventure in a way that resonates with readers of all ages. The hardcover edition runs 41 pages and is sold individually or in cartons of 6 for wholesale, classroom, and library supply. Perfect for classrooms, school libraries, science centers, nature lovers, gift giving, family reading, and anyone with a curiosity about cork, the natural world, and the people who harvest it.

Why Choose Pedro, Adventures of a Cork Harvester?

• Engaging adventure storytelling brings the cork harvesting process and the cork forests of Portugal to life through the eyes of a relatable young protagonist
• Brightly illustrated pages by Cath Robbins Olivier capture the beauty and magic of the cork oak forests, making the story as visually engaging as it is educational
• Teaches young readers about cork, sustainable natural materials, environmental stewardship, and the importance of family in an accessible and entertaining format
• Written for ages 5 to 105 — genuinely enjoyable for children and adults alike, making it ideal for family reading, classroom use, and gift giving
• Hardcover format is durable and built for repeated classroom, library, and family use
• Available individually or in cartons of 6, making it practical for classroom sets, library collections, and institutional wholesale supply

Pedro, Adventures of a Cork Harvester stands apart from standard nature or environmental education books by combining genuine adventure storytelling with accurate cork harvesting education and world-class illustration in a format that works equally well as a gift, a classroom resource, and a family read.