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Publisher Comments:

A strange tree is growing through the January snow in Miss McGillicuddy's yard. Where did it come from? Why does it grow so fast? By May, its first leaves appear, and everyone is surprised to find that they aren't leaves at all. As Miss McGillicuddy goes about her routine — planting, gathering flowers, feeding her animals — she is startled by the frantic early harvest of the crouds who gather under the tree. When will it end? Will the tree exchange its crisp green for autumn brown when the season changes?

Review:

"Charming and detailed illustrations portray a strong, independent woman whose life is graceful and meaningful." The Horn Book

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"A picture book for all seasons." Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

Review:

"Though its message may be beyond the reach of some readers, Stewart's first book will raise worthwhile questions for both children and adults. Yet more exceptional than the story are Small's paintings." Publishers Weekly

Review:

"This quirky little story has charm, but it is perhaps too quiet and the woman too passive an observer for most children....Nevertheless...this book, in a quiet way, makes a definite statement about the foibles of humankind." School Library Journal

Review:

"Handsome and thought-provoking." Kirkus Reviews

Synopsis:

Miss McGillicuddy's simple country routine continues through-out the year in spite of a very unusual tree growing in her yard.

Synopsis:

Miss McGillicuddy's simple country routine continues through-out the year in spite of a very unusual tree growing in her yard.

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About the Author

Sarah Stewart and her husband, David Small, also collaborated on The Money Tree and The Gardener, a Caldecott Honor Book. Mr. Small is the author and illustrator of many books for children, including Paper John, George Washington's Cows and Fenwick's Suit. They live in Michigan.
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Product Details

ISBN:
9780374452957
Author:
Sarah Stewart and David Small
Publisher:
Sunburst
Illustrator:
Small, David
Author:
Stewart, Sarah
Author:
Small, David
Location:
New York :
Subject:
General
Subject:
Trees
Subject:
Fiction
Subject:
Seasons
Subject:
Money
Subject:
Juveniles
Subject:
Seasons -- Fiction.
Subject:
General Juvenile Fiction
Subject:
Science Fiction, Fantasy, & Magic
Subject:
Girls & Women
Subject:
Nature
Subject:
the Natural World/General (see also headings under Animals)
Subject:
Fantasy
Subject:
Magic
Subject:
Children s-General
Subject:
Fantasy & Magic
Subject:
Nature & the Natural World/General (see also headings under Animals)
Subject:
Situations / Values
Subject:
Social Issues - Values & Virtues
Copyright:
1994
Edition Number:
Sunburst ed.
Edition Description:
Picture Book
Series Volume:
1658
Publication Date:
19940431
Binding:
TRADE PAPER
Grade Level:
Children/juvenile
Language:
English
Illustrations:
Full-color illustrations throughout
Pages:
32
Dimensions:
10 x 8 in.
Age Level:
05-08
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Product details 32 pages Sunburst - English 9780374452957 Reviews:
"Review" by , "Charming and detailed illustrations portray a strong, independent woman whose life is graceful and meaningful."
"Review" by , "A picture book for all seasons."
"Review" by , "Though its message may be beyond the reach of some readers, Stewart's first book will raise worthwhile questions for both children and adults. Yet more exceptional than the story are Small's paintings."
"Review" by , "This quirky little story has charm, but it is perhaps too quiet and the woman too passive an observer for most children....Nevertheless...this book, in a quiet way, makes a definite statement about the foibles of humankind."
"Review" by , "Handsome and thought-provoking."
"Synopsis" by , Miss McGillicuddy's simple country routine continues through-out the year in spite of a very unusual tree growing in her yard.
"Synopsis" by ,
Miss McGillicuddy's simple country routine continues through-out the year in spite of a very unusual tree growing in her yard.
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