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jaij7's review against another edition
4.0
Another book to aid in explaining the Great Depression to kids.
swtmarie's review against another edition
5.0
This is such a beautiful story and this is the second year we've read it as a family that I've raised my rating to the full 5 stars! I love learning the origin of the Rockefeller tree and the fun Christmas tradition it started in NYC. I love how it relates to Habitat for Humanity and the good it does for a family after it serves it's purpose of illuminating the Big Apple at Christmas. Historical Fiction picture books are so interesting and a great way to learn about important events in our history. One of my fave Christmas read!
ofloveandlayovers's review against another edition
emotional
informative
inspiring
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.0
alisarae's review against another edition
4.0
The pay-it-forward message is so heartwarming! My little rock heart softened.
libbydmccarthy's review against another edition
5.0
A sweet story about strangers helping people they can see have a need. I love learning about how Christmas traditions are started, particularly ones that are about the true meaning of Christmas - service and love for our fellow men. I didn't know that the wood from the giant Christmas tree in Rockefeller Center is donated to Habitat for Humanity! Very cool :)
erinlynn1989's review against another edition
5.0
I had to read this to third graders today, and it is an absolute treasure. I know that if I have kids, this book will be read to them.
Not only is it about Christmas, but it's about the human spirit and giving to others in need. You will see that the story comes around full circle. It's adorable, and I loved it.
Not only is it about Christmas, but it's about the human spirit and giving to others in need. You will see that the story comes around full circle. It's adorable, and I loved it.
susanlbussey's review against another edition
3.0
Sweet story of how the Rockefeller Center trees are found and later used to help others have a home.
kta's review against another edition
4.0
Very sweet story, and I liked the factual information about the Rockefeller Tree also.
beecheralyson's review against another edition
4.0
It is easy to go through a pile of holiday books and not be that impressed. However, I really enjoyed this one. Beautiful illustrations and a story of compassion, and giving that rings true even 80 years later.