Song of the Trees [Paperback]

Mildred D. Taylor (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 26, 2003 | Age Level: 8 and up | Grade Level: 3 and up

With the depression bearing down on her family and food in short supply, Cassie Logan isn't sure where her next meal will come from. But there is one thing that she knows will always be there-the whispering trees outside her window. Cassie's trees are a steady source of comfort to her, but they also happen to be worth a lot of money. When Mr. Andersen tries to force Big Ma to sell their valuable trees, Cassie can't just sit by and let it happen. She knows that her family needs the money, but something tells her that they need the trees just as much. The beloved heroine of Roll of Thunder, Hear My Cry enchants us again in this story of strength and pride.

Illustrated by Jerry Pinkey

Editorial Reviews

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A triumphant book...A story truly told. (The New York Times Book Review)

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Cassie's mother told her, "Times are hard, honey." With jobs scarce, Cassie's daddy had gone to Louisiana to lay track for the railroads to get money to feed his children back in Mississippi. That was when the trouble started. Mr. Andersen dared cheat Big Ma by forcing her to sell the giant old trees in the forest surrounding the house. The trees were Cassie's friends, singing her a special song that others insisted was only the wind. What would happen now with daddy away? --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 8 and up
  
• Paperback: 64 pages
• Publisher: Puffin (May 26, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0142500755
• ISBN-13: 978-0142500750
• Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 5 x 0.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.9 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #178,373 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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17 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent book to ignite an interest in Black history., September 14, 1999

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This review is from: Song of the Trees (Paperback)

This is an excellent book to introduce Black history and literary techniques. The author paints vivid pictures of the scenery that are easily pictured in one's mind. She makes excellent use of similes and comparisons. When read aloud to children, they can easily draw pictures to illustrate the setting and the characters. It is an excellent springboard to discussion of Black history and American history during the Depression.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars GREAT BOOK, August 17, 2009

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This review is from: Song of the Trees (Mass Market Paperback)

Although the book is very short it is still excellent and well written. The pictures and illustrations
make the book more interesting to follow.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Things Come From Small Packages, June 24, 2010

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Linda Finnegan (Georgia) - See all my reviews
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The novella Song of the Trees is a dynamite little story. As a teacher I find that a lot of children of all races do not realize what the depression era was all about. Mildred Taylor presents wholesome heroes in the Logan family. She addresses tough topics such as racism and segregation in all her novels. The themes of bravery, family, and standing up for what is right are in this little story and in all of her stories. Mildred Taylor's books should be on every family's bookshelves.