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M is for Mitten
Ages 6–8 · 1999
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$958
Board Book · Ages 0–6 · 2000
A Wish to be a Christmas Tree
By Colleen Monroe, Michael Glenn Monroe (Illustrator)
An overlooked pine's wish to be a Christmas tree sparks a heartwarming woodland adventure.
4.3/5 Goodreads · 1,829 ratings
32 pages
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Bookroo's summary
In a forest where every tree dreams of being chosen for Christmas, one overgrown pine is always left behind. As the festive season approaches, this lonely tree's woodland friends—birds, deer, and squirrels—conspire to make its wish come true. Will their efforts finally bring the pine the joy it longs for, or will it discover a deeper meaning in being cherished all year round? This enchanting tale of friendship and hope captures the magic of Christmas and the true spirit of belonging.
From the publisher
This charming tale of an overgrown pine always being passed by for Christmas, and what his woodland friends do to help him, is sure to become a Christmas classic. With delightful illustrations by wildlife artist Michael Monroe and enchanting text from Colleen Monroe, the birds, deer and squirrel of this story help make their special friend’s wish come true.
At a glance
- Format
- Board Book
- Pages
- 32
- Reading age
- 0–6
- Audience
- Board
- Lexile
- 780L
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- ~5
- F&P level
- ~S
Publication
- Published
- October 6, 2005
- First published
- August 1, 2000
- Publisher
- Sleeping Bear Press
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Board Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9781585362691
- OCLC
- 62289212
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