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The Shade Tree

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The Shade Tree by Suzy Lee is a delightful children's book that tells the story of a small community coming together under the comforting branches of a special tree. This heart-warming tale captures the essence of friendship and collaboration as characters discover the joys of nature and sharing special moments. With imaginative illustrations complementing the gentle narrative, it invites young readers into a world of wonder and companionship.
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Format: Hardback
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You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you love stories that blend captivating illustrations with themes of friendship and discovery. It's perfect for young readers who are enchanted by imaginative tales that inspire curiosity and wonder about the natural world.

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The Shade Tree

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Age range 4 to 10

From the extraordinary Hans Christian Andersen award winner Suzy Lee comes an inventive retelling of a Korean folk tale about a young traveler who outwits a rich, selfish man to ensure that villagers will always be able to rest in the shade of a magnificent tree.

Villagers like to come to rest and cool down in the shade of a huge, old tree. But when a young traveler decides to join them one day, a rich man on whose land the tree stands demands they leave because he owns the tree and therefore its shade. Thinking fast, the traveler strikes a deal: one that will enable him to outsmart the rich man - and ensure that the villagers will always have access to the shade tree's shade, wherever it may fall.

With simple, elegant illustrations, The Shade Tree is a striking story about one person's quest to combat greed for the greater good.

Series: Aldana Libros

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The Shade Tree by Suzy Lee is praised for its captivating storytelling and delicate illustrations, drawing on a traditional Korean folktale to explore themes of sharing and community. It's recommended for picture book collections and resonates with young readers for its engaging narrative and enriching life lessons. The soothing prose and minimal yet effective artistic details make it an appealing choice for readers interested in tales of generosity and wit.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781778400186

Publisher: Greystone Books,Canada

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 07 September 2023

Country: Canada

Imprint: Greystone Books,Canada

Illustration: Illustrations

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Suzy Lee
  • Translated by Helen Mixter

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 177.0mm

Height: 247.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 32

About the Author

2022 Hans Christian Andersen Award winning illustrator Suzy Lee is a critically acclaimed, award-winning Korean picture book artist and illustrator. Her books include Mirror, Wave, and Shadow, which are known collectively as "The Border Trilogy."

Helen Mixter is a writer and the translator of several children's books, including the Governor General's Award-winning Harvey.

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