From Shel Silverstein, New York Times bestselling author of Where the Sidewalk Ends and A Light in the Attic, comes a poignant picture book about love and acceptance, cherished for over fifty years. This classic is perfect for both young readers and lifelong fans. "Once there was a tree...and she loved a little boy." So begins a story of unforgettable perception, beautifully written and illustrated by the gifted and versatile Shel Silverstein. This...

Briefly describes the value of a tree.

When a heavy snow falls, Emily and Harry must postpone taking a Christmas tree to their grandparents' house for Christmas Eve, but their parents know how to celebrate in the meantime.

Describes the flora and fauna that inhabit a Christmas tree farm throughout the year and use the growing trees for a variety of purposes. Includes section on how the farmer takes care of the farm through the year.

Emmy loves the mimosa tree in her grandmother's yard and asks for one for her birthday, only to find that stores do not sell wild trees.

When Floyd's kite gets stuck in a tree, he tries to knock it down with increasingly larger and more outrageous things.

When given the honor of choosing the Christmas tree, a child realizes the many different choices available.

An eager little Christmas tree, not very tall or well-shaped, is the last on the lot but when it seems all hope of being covered with lights and ornaments is lost, a special person comes to take him home.

Pip the curious cub notices that signs of spring are appearing around him, finds out more about the season from Evergreen the tree, and joins the children in the cabin as they celebrate Easter.