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Wishtree

By Katherine Applegate
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Wishtree by Katherine Applegate is a heartwarming children's book that revolves around Red, an old oak tree who acts as a wishtree, listening to the hopes and dreams tied to its branches each year. The story explores themes of acceptance and community through the eyes of Red and its animal residents when a new family moves to the neighbourhood, sparking uncertainty. As tensions rise, Red takes action to help foster understanding and friendship in the community.
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You might enjoy this heartwarming tale if you are drawn to stories about friendship, acceptance, and the power of community. Perfect for young readers, the narrative unfolds through the eyes of a wise, old tree, offering a unique perspective on human nature and the importance of embracing differences.

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Wishtree

Trees can't tell jokes, but they can certainly tell stories...

Funny, deep, warm, and nuanced, this is Katherine Applegate at her very best – writing from the heart, and from a completely unexpected point of view.

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Red is an oak tree who is many rings old. Red is the neighbourhood wishtree - people write their wishes on pieces of cloth and tie them to Red's branches. Along with a crow named Bongo and other animals who seek refuge in Red's hollows, this wishtree watches over the neighbourhood.

You might say Red has seen it all.

Until a new family moves in. Not everyone is welcoming, and Red's experience as a wishtree is more important than ever.

Funny, deep, warm, and nuanced, this is Katherine Applegate at her very best - writing from the heart, and from a completely unexpected point of view.

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Wishtree by Katherine Applegate is praised for its beautiful language and extraordinary storytelling, highlighted by its graceful simplicity and powerful themes of kindness and hope. It has been described as a distinctive call against prejudice and delivers a heartfelt message suitable for all ages. The book is lauded for its moral depth, memorable narration, and its ability to captivate both young and older readers.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781801300704

Publisher: Hachette Children's Group

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 21 July 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Welbeck Children's Books

Illustration: B&w illus

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 210g

Pages: 224

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Children's Books Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Katherine Applegate Young Adult

About the Author

Katherine Applegate is the author ofThe One and Only Ivan, winner of the Newbery Medal. Her books have been widely acclaimed andNew York Times bestsellers. She lives in Tiburon, California, with her family.

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