Mr. Willowby's Christmas Tree -- Robert Barry, Hardcover

Give the gift of holiday spirit with this classic picture book that celebrates how one Christmas tree brings joy to a whole forest of critters

Christmas is here and Mr. Willowby's tree has arrived. There's just one big problem: The tree is too tall for his parlor He cuts off the top so it will fit, and soon the top of that tree is passed along again and again to bring holiday cheer to all the animals in the forest.

Kids will love watching the tree move from home to home, and families will appreciate the subtle message of conservation and recycling, as the tree top spreads joy to all.

This heartwarming story is the perfect way to start the yuletide season, and a warm addition to any family's festive holiday traditions.

Author: Robert Barry
Publisher: Doubleday Books for Young Readers
Published: 10/17/2000
Pages: 32
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.84lbs
Size: 11.18h x 8.74w x 0.35d
ISBN: 9780385327213
Audience: Ages 4-8

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 3.5
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 6132 / Mr. Willowby's Christmas Tree


Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 09/25/2000 pg. 74
Booklist 09/01/2000 pg. 129
Hornbook Guide to Children 01/01/2001 pg. 247 - Recommended, Satisfactory
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2001 pg. 247 - Recommended, Satisfactory

About the Author
ROBERT BARRY was the author and illustrator of many prizewinning books for children. A lifelong resident of Newport, Rhode Island, he was a graduate of Rhode Island School of Design and a professor of design at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth. Mr. Willowby's Christmas Tree has been cherished by readers young and old since 1963.