The Three Trees A Traditional Folktale by Elena Pasquali

About the Book:

Three forest trees dream of what they will one day become. One dreams of becoming a royal throne; one of being a ship that can withstand any storm; and one longs to stay in the forest and grow as tall as tall can be.
When they are felled, it seems their dreams are over. But as each tree is crafted into a new item—a manger, a fishing boat, and a rugged cross—it becomes clear that through the role they play in one important life their
hopes are more than fulfilled. This traditional folktale is accompanied by stylish artwork from a highly sought after children’s book illustrator, and will help set the Christmas and Easter stories into the overall context of the Christian faith.

About the Author:

Elena Pasquali studied romance languages at university and has a special interest in researching folk tales. She worked for some years in children's publishing before going on to be an author in her own right.

About the Illustrator:

Sophie Windham has illustrated books for Bloomsbury and Orchard and was shortlisted for the Kate Greenaway Medal for Unicorns! Unicorns! by Geraldine McCaughrean.

My Review:

This story is a beautiful example of dreams that are more than fulfilled.  When disappointment is apparent it is only because the full plan has not yet unfolded. The story is stunning in delivery and prose and the illustrations dovetail beautifully with the written word.  I can't convey what it meant to me to sit on the couch with my young son and hear him read the words to me and then be able to discuss the importance of living our life to please God and giving all to him as the three trees depicted in the book fulfilled their individual purpose.  A must read and addition to all Christian families to read at both Christmas and Easter.

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