The Happiest Tree

Written and illustrated by Hyeon-Ju Lee

A gingko tree witnesses life's joys and sorrows, shaping its future self.

4.5/7 Bookroo expert·3.8/5 Goodreads · 128 ratings

40 pages· 265 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud· ~350L· AR 2.5 · 0.5 AR pts

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Bookroo's summary

Outside an apartment building, a gingko tree stands as a silent observer of life's unfolding stories. From the melodies of a piano class to an artist's inspiration, the tree grows alongside the residents, absorbing their joys and sorrows. Each encounter leaves an imprint, weaving a tapestry of memories that shape its identity. As the years pass, the tree reflects on the essence of growing up and the experiences that define who we become. What stories will the tree witness next, and how will they transform it? Discover the profound journey of life through the eyes of this enduring tree.

From the publisher

In this simple and profound picture book, growing up is seen and experienced through the perspective of a gingko tree.

Over the years, the gingko tree that resides outside an apartment building has seen many things.

When it was ten, sounds of the Rose Piano Class filled the ground floor and whistled through its young branches.

At fourteen, a growth spurt year, it met Mr. Artist on the second floor whose muse was the tree itself.

As the years continue on, the tree encounters many people in the apartment building making memories. Some are happy, some are sad—they’re all part of growing up. All part of who we will be in the future.

This wonderfully emotional story of life and growing up will pull at the heartstrings of readers.

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