gothai's review against another edition
2.0
It is about a selfish squirrel who does not want to share his tree and his pine cones. The ending is open for discussion. Illustrations were wonderful.
Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for the eARC
Thanks to netgalley and the publisher for the eARC
adventureinlit's review against another edition
4.0
What an adorable story! First off, the artwork is whimsy, which I really love to come across. I have a ton of books like that for my kids and they love that style.
The squirrel's story about his tree and wanting it all to himself was adorable but also speaks to the childhood issues of not wanting to share things. I enjoyed how it ended with him questioning what else might be out there and finding more trees and squirrels.
This is a great book to teach children about sharing in a way that they can enjoy and even relate with.
The squirrel's story about his tree and wanting it all to himself was adorable but also speaks to the childhood issues of not wanting to share things. I enjoyed how it ended with him questioning what else might be out there and finding more trees and squirrels.
This is a great book to teach children about sharing in a way that they can enjoy and even relate with.
jbrooxd's review against another edition
4.0
[I received an electronic review copy of this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.]
Another fun picture book with layers. On the surface, it's a story of a squirrel trying to protect what he believes is his - a tree and its pine cones. But readers also get to see what happens when the squirrel tries to protect what's "his" behind a large wall - fear of missing out (FOMO), cut off from community and a larger forest of trees and pine cones. GREAT illustrations in this one! This would be great for a read-aloud and discussion.
Another fun picture book with layers. On the surface, it's a story of a squirrel trying to protect what he believes is his - a tree and its pine cones. But readers also get to see what happens when the squirrel tries to protect what's "his" behind a large wall - fear of missing out (FOMO), cut off from community and a larger forest of trees and pine cones. GREAT illustrations in this one! This would be great for a read-aloud and discussion.
periparaparasakura's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? N/A
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.25
antlersantlers's review against another edition
3.0
This rating/review is based on an advanced copy from Netgalley and Kids Can Press.
This book is a story about a squirrel who is totally obsessed with a tree. He doesn't want to share with anyone, and takes his desire for exclusivity to extraordinary lengths. This book is a bit funny and also a bit serious, but not quite enough of either. There's a lot to talk about, but none of that happens in the book itself. The entire onus for meaning and discovery lies with the reader. I'm not necessarily opposed to that, but I prefer a little more narrative meat on the bones.
It has a "metaphor about borders and migration" thing, but in a way that isn't super helpful. I'm definitely a bit tired of the animal-metaphor-for-human-action. There is a tendency in some children's books (and perhaps other books too, but I basically only read kids' stuff) to be so general in attempt to be relatable that it makes it completely unrelatable and irrelevant. It sometimes seems counterintuitive but specificity makes stories a lot more relatable, relevant, and human.
This book is a story about a squirrel who is totally obsessed with a tree. He doesn't want to share with anyone, and takes his desire for exclusivity to extraordinary lengths. This book is a bit funny and also a bit serious, but not quite enough of either. There's a lot to talk about, but none of that happens in the book itself. The entire onus for meaning and discovery lies with the reader. I'm not necessarily opposed to that, but I prefer a little more narrative meat on the bones.
It has a "metaphor about borders and migration" thing, but in a way that isn't super helpful. I'm definitely a bit tired of the animal-metaphor-for-human-action. There is a tendency in some children's books (and perhaps other books too, but I basically only read kids' stuff) to be so general in attempt to be relatable that it makes it completely unrelatable and irrelevant. It sometimes seems counterintuitive but specificity makes stories a lot more relatable, relevant, and human.
gothicvamperstein's review against another edition
2.0
I liked the illustrations and the fact that it has the message about not being selfish, but the end had me a bit confused.
briarsreviews's review against another edition
3.0
It's MY Tree by Olivier Tallec has one of the cutest and most amusing covers I've seen in a while, and we haven't even gotten into the story yet!
This little squirrel has a tree and it's HIS tree, don't be mistaken. He loves his tree very, very, very, very much, especially since it produces pine cones which he also loves. He comes to the realize that someone might one day want his tree for their own, and that is just horrifying! Especially when curiosity and further greed takes over him...
There isn't much of a lesson in here. I was really hoping he'd learn to share or something, instead of just seeing tons more squirrels and trees. I saw some potential there, but I also love educational books with themes. This book is just a cute book that could be a conversation after. Without a resolution to the problem of greed, I'm not sure where this story was going other than showing a greedy squirrel.
I love the illustrations! They are goofy, colourful and quite charming. Honestly, it's one of my favourite so far this year. It's quirky and definitely attracts my attention.
The plot gets one star, but the illustrations get five. So, I shall meet in the middle with three pine cone shaped stars!
Thank you to NetGalley and Kids Can Press for providing me a free copy of this book in exchange of an honest review.
This little squirrel has a tree and it's HIS tree, don't be mistaken. He loves his tree very, very, very, very much, especially since it produces pine cones which he also loves. He comes to the realize that someone might one day want his tree for their own, and that is just horrifying! Especially when curiosity and further greed takes over him...
There isn't much of a lesson in here. I was really hoping he'd learn to share or something, instead of just seeing tons more squirrels and trees. I saw some potential there, but I also love educational books with themes. This book is just a cute book that could be a conversation after. Without a resolution to the problem of greed, I'm not sure where this story was going other than showing a greedy squirrel.
I love the illustrations! They are goofy, colourful and quite charming. Honestly, it's one of my favourite so far this year. It's quirky and definitely attracts my attention.
The plot gets one star, but the illustrations get five. So, I shall meet in the middle with three pine cone shaped stars!
Thank you to NetGalley and Kids Can Press for providing me a free copy of this book in exchange of an honest review.
booktiamo's review against another edition
4.0
A great little story about sharing and appreciating what you've got! Perfect for children! Cute pictures too!
smorrison4's review against another edition
4.0
I requested and received an e-ARC of this book from NetGalley and Kids Can Press in exchange for my honest review.
This was a fun story about a squirrel who thinks that the tree he is currently eating pinecones from is his tree and only his tree. Although the tree has more than enough pinecones to go around the squirrel starts to imagine how he can protect his tree. He imagines building a giant wall that surrounds his tree and once the imaginary wall is built all he can think about are the possible trees on the other side and what he is missing out on.
This story provides a great start to conversations about greed, sharing, and FOMO.
This was a fun story about a squirrel who thinks that the tree he is currently eating pinecones from is his tree and only his tree. Although the tree has more than enough pinecones to go around the squirrel starts to imagine how he can protect his tree. He imagines building a giant wall that surrounds his tree and once the imaginary wall is built all he can think about are the possible trees on the other side and what he is missing out on.
This story provides a great start to conversations about greed, sharing, and FOMO.
annarau's review against another edition
4.0
Hilarious illustrations and an important message, a short whimsical read. Without guidance, the message may be a tad advanced for young readers, but if parents use this book to start a conversation about property and greed it would be great.