Rejee the Evergreen: Grateful for the Green is a heartwarming children’s picture book about gratitude, courage, and the quiet magic of the Pacific Northwest. Deep in the misty forests of the Olympic Peninsula lives Rejee — a shy little forest creature with a softly glowing heart and gentle antennae that light up when he feels brave. Safe among the towering evergreen trees, Rejee spends his days noticing the small wonders around him: moss underfoot, drifting fog, birdsong at dawn, and the comforting presence of Mother Tree. But as his gratitude grows, so does a quiet question inside him… Is there more beyond the forest? In this beautifully illustrated story about emotional growth, sensitive children, and learning to appreciate what you already have, young readers follow Rejee as he begins to understand that gratitude is not just something you feel — it is something that grows. Perfect for: • Children ages 4–8 • Kids who are shy, thoughtful, or sensitive • Bedtime reading and classroom discussions • Families who love nature, forest stories, and gentle life lessons • Parents looking for books about gratitude and emotional resilience Set in the lush forests of Washington State, Rejee the Evergreen blends the calming beauty of the Pacific Northwest with a meaningful message about courage, belonging, and everyday thankfulness. This is Book 1 in the Rejee the Evergreen series — a gentle journey of growth, discovery, and carrying the green inside your heart wherever you go.