The tale of three trees : a traditional folktale

The tale of three trees A traditional folktale

Angela Elwell Hunt, 1957-

Book - 1989

Three trees that dream of greatness are surprised by the way their dreams come true.

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Subjects
Folklore > United States > Juvenile fiction.
Trees > Folklore > Juvenile fiction.
Folk tales.
Picture books.
Genres
Folk tales
Picture books
Published
Colorado Springs, Colo. : David Cook c1989.
Language
English
Main Author
Angela Elwell Hunt, 1957- (-)
Other Authors
Tim Jonke (illustrator)
Physical Description
unpaged : ill
ISBN
9780745917436
  • ""Spread 1A baby is bornLuke
  • Chapter1. verses 26-56(also Matthew 1:18-25)Spread 2A borrowed roomLuke
  • Chapter2. verses 1-20Spread 3Growing up in the Jewish faithLuke
  • Chapter2. verses 39-52Spread 4Precious writingsLuke
  • Chapter4. verses 14-30(also Matthew 13:53-58, Mark 6:1-6)Spread 5Remembering God's lawsLuke
  • Chapter10. verses 25-37,Numbers
  • Chapter15. verses 37-41;Matthew
  • Chapter23. verses 1-12(also Mark 12:38-39, Luke 20:45-46)Spread 6God's laws, God's forgivenessLuke
  • Chapter18. verses 9-14Spread 7Sto
Review by Booklist Review

Ages 5-7. Three trees growing on a hilltop dream of grand futures, but when they're claimed by woodcutters, other things happen. One becomes a manger that holds the Christ child, another a humble fishing boat that carries Jesus and his followers, and the third is cut into stout timbers that become Jesus' cross. All three trees realize the power of God's love and know that what became of them was far better than the grandiose dreams they held in their youth. Flap copy labels this religious story as a traditional folktale, though no sources are given. Its message of the power of God's love to transform and renew is consistent with the beliefs of many denominations, and it will please those looking for stories with a religious orientation. The accompanying paintings, in strong colors and bold shapes, are accomplished, projecting a quiet strength that suits the story. --Denise Wilms

From Booklist, Copyright (c) American Library Association. Used with permission.

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