The Carpenter's Gift: A Christmas Tale about the Rockefeller Center Tree by Davi

Description: The Carpenter's Gift by David Rubel, Jim LaMarche In this charming Christmas story, the lasting legacy of New Yorks Rockefeller Center Christmas tree is chronicled. Full color. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description This modern classic Christmas story teaches children the spirit of the season by bringing together two great New York City traditions: the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree and the neighbor-helping-neighbor program of Habitat for Humanity. Opening in Depression-era New York City, The Carpenters Gift tells the story of eight-year-old Henry and his father selling Christmas trees. They give a Christmas tree to construction workers building Rockefeller Center and celebrate together. Through the kindness of the construction workers and neighbors, Henry gets his wish for a nice, warm home to replace his familys drafty shack. He plants a pinecone from that first Rockefeller Center Tree. As an old man, Henry repays the gift by donating the enormous tree that has grown from that pinecone to become a Rockefeller Center Christmas tree. After bringing joy to thousands as the Rockefeller Center tree, its wood will be used to build a home for another family in need. Written by childrens nonfiction author David Rubel in collaboration with Habitat for Humanity. Gorgeous illustrations crafted by Jim LaMarche."Rubels story of compassion hits all the right holiday notes; LaMarches lush, warm illustrations of glowing Christmas trees and smiling, caring characters drive home the central message of charity." --The Horn Book Author Biography DAVID RUBEL is a nationally recognized author and speaker whose work focuses on making American history accessible to a broad audience. His most recent book, If I Had a Hammer, includes a foreward by former president Jimmy Carter. Davids childrens books, The Scholastic Encyclopedia of the Presidents and Their Times and The Scholastic Atlas of the United States have both become grade-school standards, selling more than half a million copies each in multiple editions.JIM LAMARCHE has illustrated over 20 childrens books, some of which he has also written. His lushly rendered illustrations appear in our recent release, The Day Tiger Rose Said Goodbye, by Jane Yolen. His work has been awarded the Parents magazine Best Book of the Year; the Irma S. and James H. Black Award for Excellence in Picture Books; and the American Bookseller Association Pick-of-the-List. He lives in central California with his wife and children. Review Review, The Horn Book, November/December 2011"Rubels story of compassion hits all the right holiday notes; LaMarches lush, warm illustrations of glowing Christmas trees and smiling, caring characters drive home the central message of charity."Review, School Library Journal, October 1, 2011"Detailed characterizations and a straightforward tone keep the tender tale from becoming saccharine. LaMarches almost impressionistic colored-pencil illustrations put readers in the midst of the action."Review, Publishers Weekly, September 26, 2011"Author/historian Rubels story of a Depression-era familys connection to that first tree—and the ripple effect of its bounties—puts the now magnificent symbol in perspective. LaMarche conveys emotional resonance with gauzy, soft-hued paintings of the inspirational proceedings.""The Carpenters Gift captures two of New York Citys greatest traditions the Rockefeller Center tree lighting and giving back to people in need in a way that families can share together all year long." Michael R. Bloomberg, Mayor of the City of New York"The heartwarming tale told in The Carpenters Gift brings together—through beautiful illustrations and a moving, multi-generational story—two great traditions: the Rockefeller Center tree and the neighbor-helping-neighbor program of Habitat for Humanity." —Jimmy Carter, 39th President of the United States and dedicated Habitat volunteer"Through my support of Habitat for Humanity, I have seen all of the good that can happen when people work alongside each other to build something better. I see the same thread in The Carpenters Gift, a sweet story" about a young boy whose life is changed when new friends help his family build a house — Susan Sarandon, actress"My dad was a carpenter who built the house we grew up in, and this book brings to mind his gentle nature and generosity." — Garrison Keillor, storyteller Review Quote Review,The Horn Book, November/December 2011 "Rubels story of compassion hits all the right holiday notes; LaMarches lush, warm illustrations of glowing Christmas trees and smiling, caring characters drive home the central message of charity." Review,School Library Journal, October 1, 2011 "Detailed characterizations and a straightforward tone keep the tender tale from becoming saccharine. LaMarches almost impressionistic colored-pencil illustrations put readers in the midst of the action." Review,Publishers Weekly, September 26, 2011 "Author/historian Rubels story of a Depression-era familys connection to that first tree-and the ripple effect of its bounties-puts the now magnificent symbol in perspective. LaMarche conveys emotional resonance with gauzy, soft-hued paintings of the inspirational proceedings." "The Carpenters Gift captures two of New York Citys greatest traditions the Rockefeller Center tree lighting and giving back to people in need in a way that families can share together all year long." Michael R. Bloomberg, Mayor of the City of New York "The heartwarming tale told in The Carpenters Gift brings together-through beautiful illustrations and a moving, multi-generational story-two great traditions: the Rockefeller Center tree and the neighbor-helping-neighbor program of Habitat for Humanity." - Jimmy Carter, 39th President of the United States and dedicated Habitat volunteer "Through my support of Habitat for Humanity, I have seen all of the good that can happen when people work alongside each other to build something better. I see the same thread in The Carpenters Gift , a sweet story" about a young boy whose life is changed when new friends help his family build a house - Susan Sarandon, actress "My dad was a carpenter who built the house we grew up in, and this book brings to mind his gentle nature and generosity." - Garrison Keillor, storyteller Details ISBN0375869220 Author Jim LaMarche Short Title CARPENTERS GIFT Language English Illustrator Jim LaMarche ISBN-10 0375869220 ISBN-13 9780375869228 Media Book Format Hardcover DEWEY E Residence US Audience Age 5-9 Year 2011 Publication Date 2011-09-27 Subtitle A Christmas Tale about the Rockefeller Center Tree Place of Publication New York Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 2011-09-27 NZ Release Date 2011-09-27 US Release Date 2011-09-27 UK Release Date 2011-09-27 Pages 48 Publisher Random House USA Inc Imprint Random House Inc Illustrations FULL COLOR Audience Children / Juvenile We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. 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