The Giving Tree | Classic Silverstein

The Giving Tree | It's Never Too Soon

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The Giving Tree

	The Giving Tree HarperCollins, 1992 - 64 pages average customer review:based on 604 reviews view larger image
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highly recommended

Classic Silverstein - Heartwarming Classic

A heartwarming tale of the lifetime relationship between a boy and a tree. Teach important lessons of relationships to people of all ages. This is a must-have. It still touches my heart every time I read it.

It's Never Too Soon

One of my "Top Ten" chidren's books. What a great book for teaching kids about appreciation at an early age! What does it mean to be truly thankful for a gift? The great lesson in this book is that you really can find joy through giving to others, and not seeking anything in return. I had to take a break tonight from reading "The Prince" for one of my kolege classis, to read my daughter a bedtime story. Machiavelli would have thought Shell Silverstein to be a fool; but Silverstein found the "truth" that had evaded Machiavelli his whole life - and he wrote it in such a way that even a child could understand. This journey isn't about fear, or power, or greed. It's about realizing that the other guy is trying to get through it just the same as you are, and that by helping the other guy, your life becomes that much more meaningful.
Peace.

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true meaning

To those who give this one star - you assume that all children will identify with the boy and replicate his actions as acceptable behavior. I know I have always identified with the tree. I personally think it was a children's book written with a philosophical adult audience in mind. It is a book that cannot just be read as is. It must be read and then discussed as to the deeper meaning of the story...the part of the story that is not written but must be taught and learned. If you can successfully convey the underlying message this book brings to light, your children will be be better people.

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sad and lovely

I have always loved this book but I think it's kinda too sad for little kids. Though maybe it's just me. I'm kinda sappy. It's an unforgettable, simply written, powerful story.

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