The Shade Tree

By Suzy Lee

Book Overview

From Hans Christian Andersen award winner Suzy Lee comes an inventive retelling of a Korean folk tale about a young traveler who outwits a rich, selfish man to ensure that villagers will always be able to rest in the shade of a magnificent tree.

"A gorgeous fable celebrating generosity and wit."--Kirkus, STARRED review

Villagers like to come to rest and cool down in the shade of a huge, old tree. But when a young traveler decides to join them one day, a rich man on whose land the tree stands demands they leave because he owns the tree and therefore its shade. Thinking fast, the traveler strikes a deal: one that will enable him to outsmart the rich man--and ensure that the villagers will always have access to the shade tree's shade, wherever it may fall.

With simple, elegant illustrations, The Shade Tree is a striking story about one person's quest to combat greed for the greater good.

An Aldana Libros Book, Greystone Kids

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1778400183
• ISBN13: 9781778400186
• Release Date: August 2023
• Publisher: Greystone Kids
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 7.2" x 9.8"
• Age Range: 4 to 10 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 5