Delmont, Pennsylvania
One of my favorites, and I hope it becomes one of his too. Sep 08, 2014
Austin, Texas
Library must have. Sep 08, 2014
Nashville, Louisiana
Such a sweet, sad book. Aug 21, 2014
Helena, Montana
A classic favorite. A must for bedtime reading. Aug 07, 2014
Laurel, Maryland
I really like the lesson in this book, but it's best for older children. Aug 07, 2014
United States of America
I love this book. Always have. Granted the tree gives up everything and the boy nothing - but wouldn't the world be a better place is we were all like the tree. Aug 05, 2014
Atlanta, Georgia
though it makes me cry every time i read it, a good addition to the library. Jun 26, 2014
Westport, Connecticut
An all time favorite of mine. It's sad, but a wonderful story with so many great learnings. Cheesy, but I took a line from here for my high school yearbook quote. A must have for your kids' library! Mar 25, 2014
a classic and must have, such a wonderful story. a great gift. Mar 25, 2014
Charlotte, North Carolina
I've just started to read out of my book from years ago. Love sharing this with my kids. Sep 24, 2013
Don’t be confused by the title. This book is about taking—more specifically, taking everything you can and then taking a bit more just to be safe. Jun 10, 2013
Clinton Township, Michigan
Such a sweet book with a sweet message Mar 09, 2024
St. Charles, Missouri
Great lesson to be learned! Love reading this to my girls! Oct 26, 2023
United States of America
Beautiful story that adults can relate to. Great for small children, not necessarily babies. Aug 01, 2023
Joshua Tree, California
So beautiful but also pretty tragic. As I’ve gotten older I find the whole idea of giving until you have nothing pretty problematic. Although perhaps children learn not to take endlessly? Not sure. Jul 24, 2023
TOWNSHIP OF WASHINGTON, New Jersey
Love this book! Makes me cry! Jun 15, 2023
Lafayette, Indiana
I had to have this book for my boys. I loved it as a child myself. Great book for sure May 16, 2023
Okeana , Ohio
The story is a good lesson. It’s currently over my 3 yo’s head but she does still like the book. Apr 11, 2023
Weirton, West Virginia
Family favorite! Mar 23, 2023
Prattville, Alabama
My absolute favorite book and life lesson. I have my own copy and bought all 3 their own copy and inscribed messages to them for when they get older ❤️ Dec 01, 2022
Slidell, Louisiana
Another classic that my daughter loves to read. She asks why and we discuss the book. She is 4. Oct 20, 2022
Corona, California
We have this book in English and Spanish. One of the first books I remember reading on my own and now my baby gets to enjoy. Sep 14, 2022
United States of America
Adore this book. The author is amazing! A must have Aug 25, 2022
Ontario, California
This is my favorite book of all time and I don't care what my children or anyone else says. You need this in your life. Aug 12, 2022
04101, Maine
I actually had to analyze this book for a gender study class and now after having a child and knowing the meaning behind it, I can’t help but read this book at least once a week to my son Jul 24, 2022
my daughter loves it May 29, 2022
Park Ridge, New Jersey
Makes me cry every time. Apr 10, 2022
LOCUST GROVE, Virginia
This one is a favorite of my adult children and my grandson alike! Apr 05, 2022
Winchester, Kentucky
Essential in child library. I had it as a child and now so does my son. The art work was the inspiration to my own passion in art. Love this author Mar 09, 2022
Frederick, Maryland
Loved this book as a little one and again as a parent. So happy to be able to share this with my daughter Feb 11, 2022
United States of America
Classic book with a great story. Feb 04, 2022
Thunderbay, Canada
Very great lesson taught in the book. Feb 02, 2022
OMAHA, Nebraska
Another childhood classic must be in all little kid book shelf! Nov 04, 2021
United States of America
I know this is a classic but I just don't enjoy it. Aug 22, 2021
Mechanicsburg , Pennsylvania
Classic story of a boy and tree and all the things she is able to give him over time. Jul 31, 2021
Butler , Pennsylvania
This is such a good classic book! Has a great overall meaning to it! Jul 07, 2021
United States of America
Makes me cry every time Jun 24, 2021
Cincinnati, Ohio
Great book! Teaches a valuable lesson. This book should be on everyone’s book shelf! Jun 03, 2021
Carlsbad, Alabama
This is such a great book for children! May 25, 2021
Port Orchard, Washington
Not a fan of the story line... May 25, 2021
South Pasadena, California
Great book about gratitude and giving. May 15, 2021
Scotch Plains, New Jersey
A terrible story with a terrible ending and message. Do not recommend without talking with older kids about the message and how it’s problematic. May 12, 2021
Flushing, New York
This is the best book is best book. This book was my favorite and still is and now I am able to read it to my kids. Apr 14, 2021
Ithaca, New York
This one is really for the grownups- who give their everything! Don’t forget about self care, ladies!! I’ve never quite understood the popularity of this one. Feb 18, 2021
TRENT WOODS, North Carolina
This book should be on every child's bookshelf. It is such an important lesson, and such a sweet story that is as relevant to a toddler as it is to an adult. Feb 18, 2021
Idaho Falls, Alabama
Such a great way to teach kids to love others and the world around us. Jan 26, 2021
ALEXANDRIA, Kentucky
Such a lovely book! Good message, even if it is sad. Jan 25, 2021
Phoenix, Arizona
Beautiful story with a deep message. Jan 25, 2021
Pico Rivera , California
My favorite book and although my son doesn’t understand it yet he loves looking at the simple drawings and makes his own story up Jan 17, 2021
Geneva, Ohio
One of my most treasured books from my childhood. So happy to pass it to my daughter. Such a meaningful story. Jan 14, 2021