The Gift of the Tree

Award-winning
author Alvin Tresselt's classic story about the cycle of life is beautifully illustrated and an excellent resource for families.

The Gift of the Tree reveals the role of an ancient oak
tree in the cycle of nature as it dies and returns to the earth, providing
nourishment for new life all around it.

Originally published in 1972 under the title The Dead Tree,
this story about the cycle of nature has never been more timely. Henri
Sorensen's exquisite paintings for this reillustrated edition capture all the
beauty and power of the tree's transformations.
As School Library Journal commented: "The interdependence of plant and animal life is clearly evident, including both those that seek its shelter and those that hasten the decaying process to prepare the soil for new life. The original text stands the test of time, reaching its audience with power and emotion as it directs attention to the forces of nature at work."


Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: HarperCollins
Published: 03/24/1992
ISBN: 9780688106843
Pages: 32
Weight: 0.90lbs
Size: 11.00h x 9.20w x 0.50d

Review Citations: Booklist 05/01/1992 pg. 1605
School Library Journal 06/01/1992 pg. 111
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/1992 - Superior,Well Above Average
School Library Journal 04/01/1992