Great story with a great lesson
598949
If you're like my friends & family, you might be worried about your kids having too many toys. Tree Soldier is a great story that gives the parent a great opportunity to have this discussion with their kid.

We really don't know what we say as parents is going to sink in, but after reading Tree Soldier a couple times the next week my 5 year old said something that made me know she got the message, & it let me follow up w her that it's okay to have a lot of toys if she has the right amount of gratitude.
238226
every parent will benefit reading this story to their kids and every child wil enjoy the story whil also learning a good lesson. A must have! a great value for the little price.
813798
I really love how this book shares the story of Jesus but also teaches a lesson about giving that even young children can understand.  The parent/teacher reading support lessons in the back are very helpful. I really enjoy the creative activity suggestion in the back as well.  This is a well written rhyming story that I can't wait to read to my baby girl.
1977651
I would definitely read this book to your children and explain the lesson behind it. The illustrations are amazing and matches the story very well. I am an adult and enjoyed this book immensely.
3996087
My daughter absolutely loved this story and we talked about it after reading it. Comparing ourselves to others is something that some of us struggle with, even as adults. This is a beautiful lesson for all. I've just discovered another great children's author and I'm looking forward to seeing more of his books. Wholesome, educational and sweet. Great value and the pictures are adorable!
3886213
What a wonderful, easy-to-read story. The perils of pre-adolescents, seen through the eyes of an 11 year old girl. This book teaches a very important life lesson - Be Yourself! Wonderful illustration, bring the story alive. I would highly recommend this book.
335674
It was a very good story with a lesson for the children that they are always important no matter how old they are.
4138997
I love reading this story to my two children, ages 4 & 3. They love the illustrations and the story teaches a great lesson about manners. The book is priced right and I think that it will be a great book for my son to learn to read very soon.
105799
I was recommended this book by a dear friend of mine. Not only was the story interesting, engaging and relatable, it also teaches lessons. Which are the reasons I like to read books. Great story by a great author.
1952476
Don't miss this one! So much going on in this story -  a lesson for everyone young and old about not judging a book by its cover, or a teacher for that matter! The illustrations are priceless... watch them closely for there is a lesson in how they morph as the child begins to take down his preconceived notions of his teacher and to just get to know her. I really loved this story, and so did the kids I read it to, ages 5-10.
4500434
This story is short enough to hold the attention of the youngest reader, but is packed full of a great story. It is a great message to teach about challenges and friendship. Highly recommend this book as a great bedtime reading story. Sure to be a favorite.
3132917
This is a great story, my 3 year old granddaughter wants me to read it over and over.  Plus it has a good life lesson, I really enjoy it myself.
1265556
Here is a fantastic children's story! Tommy's struggles are eventually overcome, and this story teaches children a valuable lesson. This story is well-written, and I highly recommend it.
2014894
Another cute story with a great message from this author. I particularly loved his two ways of teaching children about the damage that rumors and gossip can cause that can be impossible to completely resolve. The Socrates method is a useful way of managing gossip for people of all ages, and it is especially helpful for children to learn. The story also clearly shows how one child can impact a classroom for good even when a negative culture is already established among the kids. Fresh and vivid pictures and an entertaining story make this a book I will gladly share with my grandchildren!
4005502
This book was so great.  There's a lesson in this story that we all need to remember. I highly recommend this book.
385184
A lesson that rules are there to keep us safe, every aged reader will appreciate the story.  What an important lesson to teach our kids.  I have had to re learn this a few times, even as an adult.  I appreciate the reminder, and love reading this with my kids.  The illustrations are as beautiful as the words.
644538
Awesome story and teaches great lessons and very entertaining too. A great one to add to your family collection! I loved it!