Why Christmas Trees Aren't Perfect

Why Christmas Trees Aren't Perfect

Author: Richard H. Schneider

Publisher:

Published: 1988

Total Pages: 40

ISBN-13: 9780687453634

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Even though its kind sacrifices for the animals of the forest have marred the perfection of its shape, Small Pine is selected to be the Christmas tree in the Queen's castle, demonstrating that living for the sake of others makes us most beautiful in the eyes of God.


Why Christmas Trees Aren't Perfect

Why Christmas Trees Aren't Perfect

Author: Richard H. Schneider

Publisher: Abingdon Press

Published: 2012-09-01

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13: 1426719515

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Long, long ago, in a land far away, lived a perfect little tree named Small Pine. Small Pine hoped to maintain its perfect form and be selected by the Queen as her Christmas tree. But as the warm-hearted little tree gave shelter to birds, rabbits, and deer in the forest, its branches became damaged. Fortunately, the Queen had a different idea of perfection... Young readers will want to read and reread the story of how Small Pine's love and charity for its friends helps make it the most "perfect" Christmas Tree of all. This magnificently illustrated story of a warm-hearted Christmas tree will surely become one of the most beloved classics of future generations. Schneider's storytelling will enthrall children and adults alike.


Inventing the Christmas Tree

Inventing the Christmas Tree

Author: Bernd Brunner

Publisher: Yale University Press

Published: 2012-11-01

Total Pages: 109

ISBN-13: 0300186525

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Explores the roots of the Christmas tree tradition, tracing customs from the Middle Ages to the present day to reveal how it first became part of mainstream American culture and has since become popular worldwide.


The Perfect Christmas Tree

The Perfect Christmas Tree

Author: Michael Pellico

Publisher:

Published: 2020-10-31

Total Pages:

ISBN-13: 9781733913065

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

In the middle of a beautiful forest is a grove full of young pine trees. Their father gives them advice and shares his unusual plan on how to grow up and avoid being cut down by humans, taken out of the forest, and decorated as Christmas trees for their holiday. All the young pine trees follow their father's advice except for Little Stevie who cares more about how he looks. He refuses to listen to his father and grows up to become a beautiful tree. One winter's day, humans arrive with their saws and axes looking for the perfect Christmas tree. They spot beautiful Little Stevie who quickly realizes how foolish and vain he has been all this time. Will Little Stevie learn a lesson before it is too late? Can He escape the saws and axes? This is a book all children should read!


The Lonely Christmas Tree

The Lonely Christmas Tree

Author: Chris Naylor-Ballesteros

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing

Published: 2019-11-14

Total Pages: 31

ISBN-13: 1526610566

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

A gorgeous gift book to celebrate the true meaning of Christmas – a perfect gift for any Christmas stocking. A lonely tree stands on the cold, frosted hillside gazing at the other trees sparkling in the village below. How it longs to be with them! Then suddenly out reaches a warm friendly hand, and with a wobble and a shake, a very jolly fellow takes the tree on a journey to a new place ... where the tree will feel that it belongs once more, surrounded by old friends and new. A beautiful Christmas gift inspired by the Christmas poem 'Twas the Night Before Christmas. With an uplifting message about overcoming loneliness and celebrating being together.


Night Tree

Night Tree

Author: Eve Bunting

Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

Published: 1991

Total Pages: 36

ISBN-13: 9780152001216

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

A family makes its annual pilgrimage to decorate an evergreen tree with food for the forest animals at Christmastime.


A Christmas Tree for Ruby

A Christmas Tree for Ruby

Author: Rosemary Wells

Publisher: Penguin

Published: 2012-10-11

Total Pages: 28

ISBN-13: 1101652470

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Will Max find the perfect Christmas tree for Ruby? In this 8 x 8 storybook, Max, Ruby, and Grandma go to Santa's Tree Land to pick out a Christmas tree. Ruby wants to find the perfect tree, but Max is more interested in seeing Santa. After all the trees Ruby picks get taken by other bunnies, Max saves the day by asking Santa for the perfect Christmas tree!


The Tree That's Meant to Be

The Tree That's Meant to Be

Author: Yuval Zommer

Publisher: Doubleday Books for Young Readers

Published: 2019-09-24

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 0593119673

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

This Christmas, families can read this heartfelt, gorgeous holiday story about a lonely little Christmas tree that learns what it means to be loved—with a powerful message to children that they are perfect just as they are. A small, crookled fir tree is left all alone after the others near it in the forest are chosen by families as Christmas to bring home. But when the forest animals gather around the lonely little tree to cheer it up and celebrate the season, it finds the warmth of the holidays in the heart of a cold, snowy forest. This is a charming and classic-feeling holiday picture book with a timely message about celebrating our differences and sticking by our friends. Families will love making this part of their holiday traditions, as a perfect book to talk about kindness, generosity, and the true meaning of Christmas. Critics love this new Christmas classic: "Beautiful to behold"—Kirkus "lyrical language and harmonious art"—Booklist "Children will identify with the little tree’s plight and might find some adventure searching for 'decorations' in the woods for their own trees."—School Library Journal "underscores the message that Christmas is about companionship and togetherness. Zommer’s illustrations capture piney textures and manage to imbue the scraggly arboreal underdog with heart and personality."—The Horn Book "Finely brushed textures are applied with care throughout, conveying a sense of richness."—Publishers Weekly


How to Eat Your Christmas Tree

How to Eat Your Christmas Tree

Author: Julia Georgallis

Publisher: Hardie Grant Publishing

Published: 2020-10-29

Total Pages: 255

ISBN-13: 1784884103

DOWNLOAD EBOOK

Evergreen trees are pillars of the winter – through extreme temperatures across the most bitter terrains, they stand tall and thriving, resilient in the face adversity. However, as the festive season draws to a close, these comforting conifers can often be found lining the streets, cast off and disused with wilted branches dotted across dustbins. How to Eat Your Christmas Tree is a cookbook which explores the unsung edible heroes of our forests – the humble Christmas trees and their evergreen friends. Featuring recipes for ferments and preserves, feasts, sweet treats and drinks, you will learn how to extend the life of your beloved Christmas tree and turn them into delectable delights to enjoy throughout the year. From simple ideas such as infusing pine needles to make a delicious and warming Pine Tea to more lavish spreads such as a decadent Fur-Cured Salmon, How to Eat Your Christmas Tree is a refreshing and innovative cookbook that encourages you to think about food waste and to be more resourceful in an age of deforestation and climate crisis.