The Tale of Three Trees
by Angela Elwell Hunt · Lion Hudson · 1989
This retelling of a traditional folktale follows three young trees growing on a mountain top, each holding grand hopes for its future. As time passes and they are cut down for ordinary uses, their ambitions seem lost until each tree unexpectedly plays a pivotal role in the life of Jesus Christ. Through their story, young readers see how God's greater design often unfolds in ways far different from human expectations.
- Age range
- Ages 3–7
- Category
- Picture Books
- ISBN
- 978-100765432
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Parent notes
A gentle retelling of the gospel through folk tale. The crucifixion is referenced simply and without graphic detail.
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Discussion questions
- 1What did The Tale of Three Trees show you about how God made people?
- 2Which character acted most like Jesus, and how?
- 3Was there a moment where someone made a wrong choice? What would have been better?
- 4What in this story do you want to remember this week?
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