Come explore our two Storybook Trails (also known as a StoryWalk®) at PV Woods!
A delightful outdoor adventure where you can explore nature while reading interactive story markers along the path.
As our motto says, ‘Step into Nature, Page by Page’. They are both conveniently located at our Main Campus in Collegeville and at our West Campus in Zieglerville. Each Storybook Trail allows you to ‘step into nature’ by displaying a children’s book spread out ‘page by page’ across 22 stations along with fun activities. Each story will be updated every quarter so there will be a total of 8 different stories displayed at our Storybook Trails every year.
Our Current Exhibit at Muhlenberg Woods (West Campus) | |
We Planted A Tree
by Diane Muldrow Sponsored by Kimberton Whole Foods Installed June 2026 | |
| A family in Brooklyn plants a tree in their small backyard; turn the page and a Kenyan family plants a tree on the bare African savannah. Then in Paris, Tokyo, and more places across the globe, each newly planted tree grows up, as the children in the family do. Muldrow weaves some science into the lines: “Sunshine went into the leaves / And brought food to the tree,” and through the seasons, the trees grow beautiful pink blossoms, green leaves that help clean the air, and fruit, while their roots keep the soil from blowing away and provide a place for families to plant food. Illustrating the simple poetry are clean-lined digital illustrations that show the botany details and celebrate the connections between plants and people, present and long-term, across time and space, as each generation continues the conservation efforts and helps “heal the earth.” (Booklist review) Longwood Gardens Community Read. | |
Our Exhibit at Lenape Arboretum (Main Campus) | |
Remember
By Joy Harjo & Michaela Goade Sponsored by Friends of Delaware Tribe Installed June 2026 | |
| Recipient of multiple awards, US Poet Laureate Joy Harjo’s iconic poem “Remember,” illustrated by Caldecott Medalist Michaela Goade, invites young readers to pause and reflect on the wonder of the world around them, and to remember the importance of their place in it. “Remember the sky you were born under, Know each of the star’s stories. Remember the moon, know who she is. Remember the sun’s birth at dawn, That is the strongest point of time.” So begins the picture book adaptation of the renowned poem that encourages young readers to reflect on family, nature, and their heritage. In simple and direct language, Harjo, a member of the Mvskoke Nation, urges readers to pay close attention to who they are, the world they were born into, and how all inhabitants on earth are connected. Michaela Goade, drawing from her Tlingit culture, has created vivid illustrations that make the words come alive in an engaging and accessible way. This timeless poem paired with magnificent paintings makes for a picture book that is a true celebration of life and our human role within it. | |
The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library.
Storywalk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson.
Our Storybook Trails at PV Woods are brought to you by our PVSD Curriculum & Instruction Team, Wellness Committee, School Librarians, Green Teams, PVTV, and Art Department as well as the Perkiomen Valley Library at Schwenksville.
This project was generously funded by a grant from the Pottstown Regional Community Foundation.
A Storybook Trail, or StoryWalk®, offers a unique, engaging way to combine literacy and outdoor activity.
It encourages families and community members to explore nature while reading a story, fostering a love of books and the outdoors simultaneously. By promoting physical activity through walking and intellectual engagement through storytelling, it supports holistic wellness for participants of all ages. Storybook trails are especially beneficial for young children, as they help develop early literacy skills, strengthen family bonds through shared reading experiences, and build an appreciation for the environment. Additionally, they create an inviting community space that connects people with local green areas and educational resources.
Become a Story Sponsor for our Storybook Trails! A sponsorship of $250 covers our costs to install a new story and provide a copy of that storybook to all of our partner libraries. A story will be featured on the trail for approximately four months, giving families and children ample time to enjoy it. As a sponsor, you choose the book title from our curated book list. Additionally, your name or organization will be displayed:
Make a $250 donation to https://givebutter.com/PVWoods or send a check to:
Please include “Storybook Trail Sponsorship” in the note/comment line.
Email Seamus Clune sclune@pvsd.org if you have any questions.
