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A Wish to Be a Christmas Tree Hardcover – August 29, 2000

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  • Age Range: 4 - 6 years
  • Grade Level: Preschool - 1
  • Lexile Measure: AD980L (What's this?)
  • Hardcover: 40 pages
  • Publisher: Sleeping Bear Press; 1st edition (August 29, 2000)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1585360023
  • ISBN-13: 978-1585360024
  • Product Dimensions: 10 x 1 x 11 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (149 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #86,775 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 starsTrue Christmas story, Goregeous illustrations
By A Customer on May 5, 2004
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This is the type of Christmas story that makes you remember what Christmas is suppose to be all about. The illustrations in this book are exquisite . The story is all about a tree that gets picked over every year when people come to choose a Christmas tree.The problem is the tree has been there for years and has grown too tall for anyone to use for a Christmas tree.This greatly upsets the tree and he begins to cry.All the forest animals who love the tree for all that he has provided for them see this and decide to do something to make the tree realize how much he is appreciated and loved by them. So when the tree is asleep , they come and decorate the tree in there own version of a Christmas tree. Very nicely done, smooth text, sure to be a Christmas regular once you have read it. The illustrations alone would make this book a wonderful edition to own.
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5.0 out of 5 starsAll Trees are appreciated!
By Ann Holeso on September 23, 2001
Format: Hardcover
If one wishes to learn the meaning of life, goodness, and generosity to others, you must read this book! Being from Michigan, and now living in the desert, I can bring the cold and snow into our home to my two young children.
The story tells of a sad tree who so wishes to be a Christmas tree and how his dear friends help him feel proud and special by a simple act of kindness.
You will read this book year-round and it will become a favorite Christmas story as it is in our home.
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5.0 out of 5 starsWe love Christmas trees in Florida, too !
By Anna Williamson on November 3, 2000
Format: Hardcover
As a former Ohio resident who has lived in Florida for 30 years, I, as all my neighbors, love Christmas, even without the snow. This book is an extension of that love, and everything that is good about Christmas; emotion, caring and love for others.
The illustrations are beautiful, but the message is just as important. I read it to my grandchildren and they almost cried, until the end, when they yelled with delight at the perfectly complete and timed ending. This book is now a holiday ritual for our family. I recommend this book to all who love the spirit of Christmas, regardless of religion.
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5.0 out of 5 starsA Holiday Treat for Young & Old, if I May Be So Bold
By A Customer on October 20, 2000
Format: Hardcover
A delightful new book that may rival "'Twas the Night Before Christmas as holiday poetry for the whole family. Every page sparkles with rhyme and the illustrations are a feast for the eyes. The story is simple enough for pre-schoolers enjoy while young readers will be able to read it themselves. If you believe in friendship, kindness and holiday happiness, you'll enjoy this book.
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4.0 out of 5 starsA Wish to be a Christmas Tree
A Kid's Review on December 7, 2001
Format: Hardcover
One of the best Christmas books I have ever read! This book tells about a lonesome tree and how he was bored standing all alone, then friends decorated him and he loved it. It really touched me how they did that. That is true friends. Overall just a great book about Christmas and Friendship!
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5.0 out of 5 starsA Pretty Story
By K. Roth on December 19, 2001
Format: Hardcover
This is a pretty story to read aloud to your kids at Christmas time. The tree is too big to be a Christmas tree so he sobs and feels sorry for himself. The animals cheer him up by showing him that he means more to them than just being a Christmas tree. It is beautifully illustrated, making the price of it somewhat justified. It is great to see Michigan natives writing/illustrating true to form!
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5.0 out of 5 starsA beautiful story with a moral!
By Very Happy on November 20, 2002
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This is my favorite christmas story yet. The illustrations are beautiful and even has a great moral which kids can learn from, esp for the holidays.
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5.0 out of 5 starsA wonderful Christmas book
By Toni L. Potts on September 5, 2005
Format: Board book
I first heard this book while volunteering at my daugther's preschool. I loved it. The children enjoyed and I enjoyed the meaning of the book. I rushed out to get the book and it's been a favorite all year. You and your family will enjoy this book!
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5.0 out of 5 starsFive Stars

One of my husband's favorite Christmas stories! It is a wonderful story!

Published 26 days ago by Stephanie J Wilson
5.0 out of 5 starsBeautiful story

A wonderful, heartwarming Christmas story. Beautiful illustrations. A great addition to our Christmas reading collection!

Published 1 month ago by Jamie Downs
5.0 out of 5 starsIt is a sweet story and cute pictures

It is a sweet story and cute pictures. Just the right length to read to an active 3 year old.

Published 1 month ago by packageQueen
5.0 out of 5 starsHighly Recommended

This is a great Christmas Story! I just love this story and the pictures in this book. I love to share this one with others!

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5.0 out of 5 starsColleen Monroe has a special book here. A Wish to Be a Christmas Tree...

Can you see the sad face on the cover of that book?? I love the art in this book. But the story it tells may be the best part. We all have a wish to be something, right? Read more

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My children read this book every year at Christmas. This year I read it to my daughters 2nd grade class. They were so engrossed in it. Read more

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5.0 out of 5 starsThis is a beautiful story. My kids (and their Nana) loved it

This is a beautiful story. My kids (and their Nana) loved it, Classic

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