The Parable Series: The Pine Tree Parable [Hardcover]

Liz Curtis Higgs (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: August 1, 1997 | Age Range: 3 - 7 years | Series: Parable

The Pine Tree Parable tells the heartwarming tale of a farmer and his family who nurture tiny seedlings into fragrant Christmas trees.

When the trees are tall enough to offer to their neighbors, the farmer's wife plans to keep the most beautiful pine tree for her family, until one snowy December night when a child teaches her the true meaning of Christmas.

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

Liz Curtis Higgs is an award-winning speaker as well as the author of twenty-eight books, including Bad Girls of the Bible and Thorn in My Heart.  Her Parable Series for children has been awarded the ECPA Gold Medallion for Excellence. 

Product Details

• Age Range: 3 - 7 years
  
• Hardcover: 36 pages
• Publisher: Thomas Nelson (August 1, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0849914809
• ISBN-13: 978-0849914805
• Product Dimensions: 8 x 0.3 x 8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8.3 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #491,124 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

In her best-selling series of Bad Girls of the Bible books and videos, Liz Curtis Higgs breathes new life into ancient tales about the most infamous--and intriguing--women in scriptural history, from Jezebel to Mary Magdalene. Biblically sound and cutting-edge fresh, these popular titles have helped more than one million women around the world experience God's grace anew. Now, with The Girl's Still Got It, Liz offers a twenty-first century take on the book of Ruth, dishing out meat and milk, substance and style, in a highly readable, always entertaining, and deeply personal journey.

Liz's award-winning historical novels, which transport the stories of Rebekah, Leah, Rachel, Dinah, Ruth, and Naomi to eighteenth-century Scotland, also invite readers to view these familiar biblical characters in a new light. According to Publishers Weekly, "Higgs is a stickler for period authenticity." To that end, Liz has traveled sixteen times to Scotland, the setting for her novels, and has filled her shelves with nearly one thousand resource books about Scottish history and culture.

Also a gifted professional speaker, Liz has presented more than 1,600 inspirational programs for audiences in all fifty United States and fourteen foreign countries. When the National Speakers Association honored her with the Council of Peers Award for Excellence, Liz became one of only 32 women in the world named to their CPAE-Speaker Hall of Fame.

On the personal side, Liz is married to Bill Higgs, Ph.D., who serves as Director of Operations for her speaking and writing office. Liz and Bill enjoy their old Kentucky home, a nineteenth-century farmhouse in Louisville, and are the proud (and relieved) parents of two college grads. Visit Liz's Web site: http://www.LizCurtisHiggs.com

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

24 of 24 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Creative way to tell the meaning of Christmas October 19, 2000

By A Customer

Format:Hardcover

A farm family grows Christmas trees to sell, and the farmer's wife chooses the most beautiful tree for her own family, putting a sign on it, "Not for Sale". But when a poor family comes to the tree lot to see if they can pick out a tree from the free area (trees that have missing branches or crooked trunks), the poor family's little girl sees the beautiful tree and asks if she can choose that one. Everyone is embarrased that she asks, as the adults all know her family can't afford the tree. The farmer's wife responds that she is sorry, the tree isn't for sale...because they'd like the girl's family to have it as a gift. The book ends, "Yes, it was a great sacrifice. But it brought even greater joy. Isn't that just like Christmas?" The illustrations are very kid-friendly and fun. Applicable Bible verses are at the bottom of every other page. A creative and wonderful story.

10 of 12 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars not just for christmas reading February 1, 1999

By A Customer

Format:Hardcover

this book was a suprising enjoyable tale of right living for young children and adults. Read it again, mom!

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A Delightful Children's Book Celebrating the True Meaning of Christmas! October 4, 2011

By Lynn McCallum

Format:Hardcover

The Pine Tree Parable, written masterfully by seasoned storyteller, Liz Curtis Higgs, is one of four seasonal parables written by Liz, which are designed for youger children. Beautifully illustrated by Nancy Munger,it is a story of giving, and a number of Scripture verses are included at the bottom of many of the pages. Already a classic for many years, this book is NEWLY RELEASED in a larger board book format, making it suitable for even the smallest child. It will make a great addition to your home bookshelf, as well as for grandparents to have in their collection. It is the perfect stocking stuffer for children to treasure for years to come.