The Year of the Perfect Christmas Tree: An Appalachian Story

by Gloria Houston, Barbara Cooney (Illustrator)

Overview

This unforgettable tale, illustrated by Caldecott Medalist Barbara Cooney, has become a seasonal classic-a touching and joyful story about courage and the power of family.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780140558777
Publisher:	Penguin Young Readers Group
Publication date:	10/01/1996
Series:	Picture Puffin Books
Edition description:	Reprint
Pages:	32
Product dimensions:	9.31(w) x 10.44(h) x 0.13(d)
Lexile:	AD600L (what's this?)
Age Range:	5 - 8 Years

About the Author

Gloria Houston is an internationally known educator and author of  several award-winning, best-selling books for young readers.

Barbara Cooney illustrated over 100 books for children.

Editorial Reviews

Since Ruthie's family has the honor of providing the community Christmas tree, this Christmas promises to be memorable! But fulfilling this responsibility becomes a struggle when papa goes to war. Delicately detailed acrylic illustrations complement this heartwarming story about the love and determination of one Appalachian family.

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