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The Giving Tree

By Shel Silverstein

Adjectives

heartwarming thought-provoking poignant

Genres

Classics Friendship/Family Poetry/Verse

Synopsis

A young boy forms a deep bond with a generous tree that offers him everything it has, from apples to branches, throughout his life. As the boy grows older, his needs change, and the tree continues to give selflessly, illustrating themes of love, generosity, and the passage of time.

About the author

Shel Silverstein was a talented author, poet, and illustrator from America. He is best known for his funny and imaginative books like 'The Giving Tree' and 'Where the Sidewalk Ends'. Shel’s playful poems and creative drawings have made children all over the world laugh and think. His stories are loved for their clever words and unique style.

Pages

64 pages

Reading age

Picture Book (2-7)

Published

2010

Community rating

Average score: 4.75

From 4 readers

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