The Giving Tree

Writing a great children's book, specially for the ages where the adult is the one doing most of the reading, is hard. Either the book is too complicated for the child to understand or too boring or direct for the adult. This is one of those classics where both the child and the adult reader are going to finish the book and think about what they just read. The book goes through the life of a tree and a kid that are forever connected, through what they give to each other. Its a beautiful tale about what is really important in life, something many adults forget as they grow older and work drives everything they do. You can connect a lot of what is in the book with the malaises we see in the world today, so even if it was written over 60 years ago, we're still facing the same issues. All this is written in a way that is easy and simple for the child to understand, with short dialogs, beautiful art and just enough pages to be a great bedtime read. I always love when I get to enjoy the books I read to my kids as much or even more than they do and this is one of those, recommended!

This is such a great book! One of my all time favorites! I bought a second copy for my first grand baby thats expected 4/26. Great story & beautiful illustrations.

This is a classic children's book that every parent should read aloud to their children. Detractors say it's about an unhealthy one sided relationship, but I think they're bringing their own baggage to that claim. It's a beautiful story about how parents are always parents, no matter the age of the child. Unconditional love is hard and sometimes hurts and is what every child deserves. I cry every time I read it. I gave each of my children their own copy when they turn 21, reaffirming for them that even if they are adults, I am still their mom. I have a tattoo of the stump and see instant recognition in a lot of eyes from people when they see it. I highly recommend this book.

Very happy with book quality, price and delivery

A very emotional and essential read for kids. It perfectly captures the significance of a parent's unconditional love and sacrifice.

Best book for all ages. Deeply meaningful.

I grew up on this book, as well as my children and now theirs. This book offers the opportunity to learn how to be kind, thoughtful, and loving. The moral to the story is amazing for young children.

This book was read to me when I was a kid by my mother and now I get to give my friend’s daughter that memory to create. This book is so good.