The giving tree read aloud
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In The Giving Tree, the titular character loves a boy and gives him everything he wants.
The giving tree read aloud
The book gives you the opportunity to discuss:
- Appreciating what you already have
- Needs versus wants
- Supporting someone’s well-being at a cost to ourselves (altruism)
- Giving, expecting nothing in return
- Taking things doesn’t always bring happiness
- Feeling good when helping others
- Forgiveness and friendships
You can also use the book to teach:
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The Giving TreeActivities and Resources
“Once there was a tree… and she loved a little boy.” A tree and a young boy have a special relationship, and they love each other.
The boy climbs her trunk, eats her apples and sits in her shade. The boy visits the tree every day, making the tree very happy.
As the boy grows up, he visits the tree less often. He only visits when he wants something from the tree.
The tree gives the boy her apples to sell when he needs m