The Taking Tree (Graphic Novel)

Written by Shrill Travesty · Illustrated by Lucy Ruth Cummins

A tree fights back against a boy's endless greed.

1.3/7 Bookroo experts·3.9/5 Goodreads · 656 ratings

48 pages· 784 words· Est. 9 min read-aloud· 580L· AR 2.9 · 0.5 AR pts

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Bookroo's summary

In a twist on a classic tale, a disgruntled oak tree grows tired of a boy's relentless demands. From twigs to branches, he takes without remorse, even burning down a house for insurance. But this tree has had enough. As the boy's greed escalates, the tree decides it's time for payback. Will the boy ever learn the cost of his actions, or will the tree's patience finally snap? Discover a story where the tree isn't so giving, and the boy's selfishness leads to unexpected consequences.

From the publisher

A parody in the style of Where the Mild Things Are features a disgruntled tree that is fed up with a boy who cuts off her branches to build a house which he subsequently burns down for the insurance money.

At a glance

Format: Hardcover
Pages: 48
Words: 784
Reading age: 4–9
Audience: Picture
Lexile: 580L
AR book level: 2.9
AR points: 0.5
AR quiz: 140671

Themes & topics

Books about trees Books about science and nature

What readers & critics say

Reviews

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“This is a parody of The Giving Tree meant for adults, not kids. I guess it's a funny enough idea, if you're into that kind of humor, but it's not something I'd want my kids reading.”

Lauren Hancock

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