Shel Silverstein - The Giving Tree

The Giving Tree...Shel Silverstein and My 1000th Review

Author's Rating:

Pros: *Beautiful meaningful book!

Cons: *Not a one!

Bottom Line:
The Giving Tree is a very enjoyable book of life and love and the perfect book for my 1,000th review! Read More

Shel Silverstein’s Classic Work- The Giving Tree

Author's Rating:

Pros: Remarkable classic story with multiple applications, good mentor text for writing, great illustrations

Cons: none

Bottom Line:
What is the value of friendship?  Silverstein, in his classic work The Giving Tree, gives opportunity for children to think about life. Read More

The Tree That Keeps On Giving

Author's Rating:

Pros: Good lessons on sacrifices

Cons: None

Bottom Line:
This is a great book for people of all ages and I highly recommend it! Read More

Take your own interpretation

Author's Rating:

Pros: Simple story and illustrations

Cons: If taken at face value, the story can be pretty sad.

Is this classic really meant for children?

Author's Rating:

Pros: Gets you thinking.

Cons: The message is too sophisticated for children.

Bottom Line:
Unless you have children who are old enough to discuss the various interpretations, I would hold off on reading it with a beginner reader or younger. Read More

The Giving Tree by Shel SilverStein

Author's Rating:

Pros: beautiful story, thought provoking and special

Cons: sad

Bottom Line:
One of the most beautiful children's book I know of Read More

Giving is good, as long as you don't give up your self

Author's Rating:

Pros: Teaches children the joys of giving, is a fun book to read.

Cons: it can be interpreted to have a negative meaning.

Bottom Line:
This is a wonderful book to share with your child. It allows you to open up, discuss the story, and actually think about the meaning. Read More

"And The Tree Was Happy"

Author's Rating:

Pros: minimal words, simple drawings, ageless

Cons: adults find religious, philosophical, emotional implications (if they want to)

Bottom Line:
This one should be considered a classic if it is not already. A great book. An ageless and timeless book. Read More

The Giving Tree May Give You Something Also

Author's Rating:

Pros: Easy read and a story-line which has been interpreted differently by many.

Cons: Quite simple, quick read with few words and pages.

Bottom Line:
Easy read, can be read in less than 15 minutes, but take the time after reading. Your child may just shock you with their insight. Read More

The joy of unconditional giving...

Author's Rating:

Pros: Excellent message for children, well-written, easy to read

Cons: Explanation of story may be needed for younger children

Bottom Line:
This is an excellent story that explores the joy of unconditional love and giving. I recommend this book for all ages and reading levels. Read More