Me, G, and the Locust Tree (A Father & Son Story) - Hardcover

Clay Anderson

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 173224183X ISBN 13: 9781732241831

Publisher: Swing High, 2019

Synopsis

Discover a story that father and son will never forget.

In the spirit of The Giving Tree, this is a tale that rings true with every parent, as an old locust tree reminds us of the importance of making time to be together.

Most of us have that one special tree we remember from childhood. It was the perfect castle or spaceship or fort or quiet reading spot. In this heartwarming story, a dad shares his memories of his favorite tree as a child, and helps his own children make their own memories.

"And now I get to bring joy to your kids.
They can't wait to see me.
I get to hold them in my branches.
Play with them.
Swing them until they burst out laughing!"
- The old locust tree

A distinctly special book for parents to enjoy with their kids, Me, G, and the Locust Tree encourages families to make time to be together -- with a little wisdom from a tree who has witnessed all stages of life.

Perfect for children ages 2-8, with illustrations that capture the joy of childhood, this is a story to draw families together -- about that all-important bond between parents and their children -- that will quickly become a family favorite.

For kids ages 2-4, 4-6, 6-8.

About this title

About the Author

Clay Anderson is husband to Karen, and father to two girls and two boys. After frequenting the library with his kids, he found himself enchanted by the magic of children's picture books. And after reading dozens of great books with his kids, he decided it was time to write his own. Clay and Karen grew up in the Chicago burbs, and their roots are deep. Their family recently moved into the house where Clay grew up. He works in IT during the day, but has served as a youth pastor, and has worked with children and youth for more than twenty years.

From the Back Cover

What Readers Are Saying:

• "Heartwarming and reminiscent of 'The Giving Tree' ... "
• "This gem of a book is sweet and well-written, and the artwork is gorgeous ... I highly recommend!"
• "Our 10-month-old drags out this book every night at bedtime ... His father gets a little misty-eyed when he reads it--the story is timeless and familiar to any parent."
• "This is a perfect cuddle time book."

From the Inside Flap

What does an old locust tree know about childhood?
More than you might think.

When a young father hangs a tree swing from the old locust, the tree understands how special that is -- and that it won't last forever.

A book for dads to read with their kids, Me, G, and the Locust Tree encourages fathers to cherish the precious years of childhood -- with a bit of wisdom from a tree who has witnessed the cycles of life.

Edition details

• Publisher: Swing High
• Publication date: 2019
• ISBN 10: 173224183X
• ISBN 13: 9781732241831
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 40
• Illustrator: Elie Nuryanti