Pros: *Beautiful meaningful book! Cons: *Not a one!
Every once in a while I’m reminded of a book that I’ve enjoyed in the past, but have forgotten about. The other day my husband Michael brought home a book that is a true a book of unconditional love. The Giving ...
Pros: Remarkable classic story with multiple applications, good mentor text for writing, great illustrations Cons: none
Perhaps among more recent children's literature that has reached the stage of being counted a classic, The Giving Tree by the late Shel Silverstein is one of the greatest. The story is about a little boy who becomes friends with a tree. ...
Pros: A beautiful, soothing read for bedtime, and adored by my two-year-old child. Cons: A tedious read-aloud with an uncomfortable, bizarre story.
"Once there was a tree ... and she loved a little boy." I think I am supposed to love Shel Silverstein's "The Giving Tree". Although my feelings toward the book are complicated, in many ways, I do love it. Mothers have read this story of love ...
Pros: Creative illustrations and tender story. Cons: The sad and controversial theme of the story.
“The Giving Tree” is a tender story from the creative and poetic mind of Shel Silverstein and is his most controversial book to date. This book is about how a loving tree tries to provide everything for a boy who she cares ...
THE GIVING TREE is wonderful because everyone can connect to it and it brings up important issues for discussion with both older children and younger children. These issues include sacrifice, true friendship, and conserving our natural resources. The ...
Pros: Simple story and illustrations Cons: If taken at face value, the story can be pretty sad.
Many people may find this hard to believe, but I performed as a mime when I was in college. White face, red lips, black shirt, white pants. Yep. That was my creative outlet back then. Once or twice a week, I would clear some room on my busy schedule...
Pros: important message about taking love for granted Cons: could be disturbing to younger (2 to 5) children
The 60's were a great time for classic Children's Literature. With the possible exception of Milne's The World of Pooh, Sendak's Where the Wild Things Are (reviewed elsewhere) is my all-time favorite.
Pros: Gets you thinking. Cons: The message is too sophisticated for children.
SUMMARY “Once there was a tree… and she loved a little boy.” Throughout the various stages of the boy’s life, the tree gives of herself so the boy can be happy. As the boy takes, he grows up and moves away from the tree. Although the ...
Pros: beautiful story, thought provoking and special Cons: sad
27 pages, $15.99 hardcover Lime Green Cover with little boy, tree and boy with arms outstretched catching a falling apple Simple reading, simple illustrations This book I first read when a special friend gave it to my husband & I for Christmas one ...
Pros: Teaches children the joys of giving, is a fun book to read. Cons: it can be interpreted to have a negative meaning.
The Giving Tree is a wonderful book that I have enjoyed sharing with my children, but it can also send across the wrong message if you don't take the time to talk with your child about the story and the meaning behind it.
An adult's book in disguise as a children's classic. This is the first thought I have when looking through my well-read copy of The Giving Tree. The book continues to convey a message to me now - even more so than when it was introduced to me...
Pros: Easy read and a story-line which has been interpreted differently by many. Cons: Quite simple, quick read with few words and pages.
The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein has been a long time favorite in our home. We purchased this book for my daughters who are now 15 and 16 years old and it remains one of only a handful of cherished books from their early reading years.
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Pros: Excellent message for children, well-written, easy to read Cons: Explanation of story may be needed for younger children
The joy of unconditional giving is the basis for the classic story, The Giving Tree, by Shel Silverstein. In this book, a tree loves a little boy, so much that she will give him everything, from the apples and leaves that adorn her branches to the...
Pros: Simple, thought provoking, highly interpretive Cons: None
Written by Shel Silverstein in 1964 this book is a classic and I think everyone should read it at least once. If you’re not a fan of Shel Silverstein, but haven’t read this selection, please reconsider it. I am a fan, but can understand an ...
Pros: STORY IS WRITTEN AND ILLUSTRATED BY SHEL SILVERSTEIN, A FAVORITE Cons: I DISAGREE WITH WHAT IS SUPPOSED TO BE THE MORAL
I love Shel Silverstein's work. His poetry is fun, serious, or just strange. Children love his work. I bought The Giving Tree because he wrote it and illustrated it. . .all 64 pages in a hardbound book.
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