The Hugging Tree

By Jill Neimark, Nicole Wong (Illustrator)

A lone tree battles storms, finding strength in a boy's kindness.

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32 pages

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Bookroo's summary

On a cliff by the sea, a solitary tree withstands fierce storms and harsh winters. With the gentle care of a compassionate boy, it grows resilient, offering shelter to others. This tale of perseverance and hope invites us to find strength in adversity and nurture our dreams, no matter where we are planted. How does the tree's journey inspire us to embrace our own potential?

From the publisher

A little tree grows all alone on a cliff, by a vast and mighty sea. Through thundering storms and the cold of winter, the tree holds fast. Sustained by the natural world and the kindness and compassion of one little boy, eventually the tree grows until it can hold and shelter others. The resilience of the Hugging Tree calls to mind the potential in all of us: To thrive, despite times of struggle and difficulty. To nurture the little spark of hope and resolve. To dream and to grow, just where we are. A Note to Parents and Caregivers by Elizabeth McCallum, PhD, provides more information about resilience, as well as guidelines for building resilience in children.

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