In "The Birthday Tree" by Barry Root, a young boy eagerly awaits his birthday celebration, which takes place in a special tree that grows in his backyard. Each year, the boy and his family gather around the tree, which is adorned with memories and wishes, becoming a cherished symbol of their love and connection. As the seasons change, the tree witnesses the boy's growth, reflecting moments of joy, laughter, and the passage of time. The story beautifully captures themes of family tradition, the importance of nature, and the bittersweet nature of growing up, encouraging readers to cherish the moments that define their lives. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is aimed at children in preschool-3rd grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 4-8 years.

There are 40 pages in this book.

This is a picture book. A picture book uses pictures and text to tell the story. The number of words varies from zero ('wordless') to around 1k over 32 pages. Picture books are typically aimed at young readers (age 3-6) but can also be aimed at older children (7+).

This book was published in 2008 by Candlewick Press, U. S. .

Barry Root is the illustrator of many books for children, including Gumbrella, which he also wrote; Dream Big ; By My Brother's Side ; and Game Day , which received a Christopher Award in the category of books for young people. He lives with his family in Quarryville, Pennsylvania. Paul Fleischman is one of America's leading writers for young people and has won many awards, including a Newbery Medal (the US equivalent of the Carnegie Medal). He lives in the US.