The Giving Tree

Ages 4 to 8, Grades P to 3

Shel Silverstein’s classic book for all ages, The Giving Tree, is 50! This moving parable—a perennial favorite—demonstrates the gift of giving and the capacity to love. The anniversary edition celebrates this milestone with a beautiful green foil jacket.

“Once there was a tree…and she loved a little boy.”

So begins a story that has captivated readers, young and old, for half a century. Beautifully written and illustrated by the gifted and versatile Shel Silverstein, this is a tale of love, acceptance, and giving.

Scholastic Parent & Child magazine considers The Giving Tree to be one of the top 10 greatest books for kids! It was in the top 5 chosen in the National Education Association’s Teachers’ Top 100 Books for Children and was selected in School Library Journal’s poll of top 100 picture books.