Discover the Origin of the Forest's Great Protector... Long ago, there was a gentle woodsman who loved the forest and the children others forgot. When the world turned against him, the forest wrapped him in its roots and transformed him into the Leshy-guardian of trees, protector of children, and the spirit of the wild. In this beautifully illustrated tale, children will journey from the woodsman's humble beginnings, through his playful, trickster years as the Leshy of folklore, to his final transformation into the spirit of all forests. ✨ Along the way, they will learn timeless truths: The forest remembers how we walk among it. Strength is meant to protect, not to harm. We are never truly alone when we walk gently with the world. Framed by Baba Yaga herself, who tells the story to Gretka and Ivashko in her firelit cabin, this book blends folklore, wisdom, and heart into a story children will return to again and again. Perfect for ages 6-10, this enchanting picture book makes a wonderful read-aloud for families, classrooms, and libraries, or a thoughtful gift for any child who loves nature and mythology. Step into the forest... and meet the Leshy.