All young pine trees want to become Christmas trees. This is the story of Small Pine, who became a Christmas tree in a most unexpected way.

From winged seed to towering tree, readers witness the growth of this perennial favorite evergreen as it transforms from an unsure young sapling into a strong and confident steward of the forest, learning about friendship and family along the way. Young readers will delight in figuring out for themselves what Little Pine's gifts are. Closer contemplation will reveal messages to take to heart.

"With warm joyful art and a rhythmic, read-aloud text, here is a celebration of every festive step in taking home and decorating a Christmas tree."--

You will look at a decorated Christmas tree in a new way after reading this adorable story! Little Pine Tree notices the beautiful ornaments on many of the older pine trees that live on the the hillside. Read along and discover with Little Pine Tree how and why these ornaments appear. Smile along with Grand Pine Tree as he teaches words of wisdom for both young and old alike.

"The Little Pine Tree", reflects the yearning and impatience of any young person to grow up and explore the outside world. He wants to be special and beautiful too, and has a dream of his own. Will he be successful? In any event his mother will always love him, and teaches him that everyone has value and beauty.

The little pine tree is very sad, having to grow up far away from all the other trees in the forest. His only wish is to have a purpose and be a blessing to mankind like all the other trees. So when a group of soldiers come and cut him down, he's thrilled. But when the little pine tree is used for a terrible job, he doesn't know what he'll do next. How can he be a blessing as he had hoped for anymore? Find out how he overcomes even the most tragic of situations in The Little Pine Tree.

The Little Pine Tree is a young Ponderosa who has grown to just the right size to become a holiday tree in the Jones' home. He is a bright young tree who has discovered that paying attention brings great rewards. He listens to various conversations that take place as people of all ages and from all walks of life walk the pedestrian paths that meandered through the great forest. He hears the fondness expressed by everyone who visits the forest.The Jones family live in an area near the forest. In one of their visits, the children have laid claim to a very young pine tree. Each year thereafter, during their trek to the forest, they always visit 'their' Little Pine Tree.Finally, the Little Pine Tree has grown to a height that is perfect for the Jones' Christmas tree. He has heard the term "Christmas tree" from the older and taller pines who do not qualify as such trees because they are too tall. But, what exactly is a Christmas tree? He still has no idea but he has decided to become one. And what do you think happens when he discovers the reason for the holiday?YOU really need to find out! His story begins on page 1.