The Little Fir Tree
By Margaret Wise Brown
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Synopsis
In a quiet meadow, a lonely little fir tree dreams of belonging. Each Christmas, a kind father brings the tree to his home, decorating it beautifully to bring joy to his bedridden son. After the festivities, the tree is returned to the meadow. Over the years, this tradition continues, until one special Christmas when the boy, now able to walk, visits the tree in the forest, filling its heart with happiness.
About the author
Margaret Wise Brown was a much-loved author who wrote gentle and imaginative stories for children. She is best known for her classic bedtime book, 'Goodnight Moon', which has helped many children drift off to sleep. Margaret loved animals and nature, and her stories often inspire children to dream and explore the world around them.
Pages
32 pages
Reading age
Picture Book (2-7)
Published
2009
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