The Special Christmas Tree

By Susan Fradin and Linda Wildey Finkelstein

Little Helen and her brothers, Sonny and Richie, are ready for Christmas, their favorite time of year. Although they are living in the middle of the Great Depression, their family has everything they need—except the perfect Christmas tree!

As Christmas quickly approaches, Little Helen’s father heads out to choose a tree for the family’s holiday celebration. When things don’t go as planned, he comes up with a creative solution that teaches the entire family a valuable lesson that will last a lifetime.

In this heartwarming holiday story, a little girl learns an inspiring lesson about perseverance and resourcefulness when her family’s most cherished Christmas tradition does not go as expected.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Archway Publishing
• Release date: Sep 13, 2018
• ISBN: 9781480866355

Susan Fradin

Susan Fradin grew up in Queens, New York listening to her mother’s stories. She and her husband raised their children on Long Island and now spend their time in San Francisco and Manhattan visiting their eight grandchildren. The Special Christmas Tree is her first book.

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