The Giving Tree

The Giving Tree Review


by Shel Silverstein



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Judy2
Greer, AZ

My favorite book of all time that teaches selflessness!

5 star rating

an avid reader
Pros

    good for bedtime, A wonderful book for any age, great as a gift!, just made me feel good, lifted my spirit, Is a Christ-like example, a classic, every reading gives a new lesson, teaches morals, lesson on life, adored by my child, Teaches selfless giving, teaches sacrifice for others, great for anyone 2 to 102

Cons
    too long

DEC
4
2008
The Giving Tree is a book I first read over 30 years ago and have had on my bookshelf ever since.  It is one of my favorite all-time books!  I read it to my own children and to countless groups of children in classrooms and on retreats.  The message of giving, regardless of the cost, is so well stated.  Since it is a tree does that does the giving and a boy who does the receiving, there's a sense of fantasy in the talking tree and yet reality to the human only taking without realizing the cost to the giver.  It makes me think about whether I have ever been so selfless and I hope it helps those I've read it to try to be more giving individuals as well as thankful to those who have given to them! 



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