After Christmas Tree

On a cold afternoon in January, Brian sees a little Christmas tree, stripped of its decorations and discarded by the roadside. He decides to take the tree home with him and look after it, but will his family be pleased? This is a beautiful gift book with themes of empathy and environment, as well as all the magic of Christmas!

Format: Hardback
Length: 32 pages
Publication date: 01 October 2020
Publisher: Scallywag Press

On a chilly January afternoon, Brian stumbled upon a small Christmas tree, abandoned and stripped of its decorations by the roadside. Without a second thought, he impulsively decided to bring the tree home with him, determined to care for it and restore its former glory. However, as he delved into this unexpected endeavor, he realized that it would be far more challenging than he had anticipated.

The tree, once adorned with sparkling lights and colorful ornaments, now stood bare and lifeless, its branches drooping in despair. Brian knew that he had a long road ahead of him if he wanted to bring this tree back to life. He began by carefully watering it, ensuring that its roots were moistened and that it had enough nutrients to thrive.

As the days passed, Brian devoted himself to nurturing the tree, giving it tender loving care and spending countless hours pruning and shaping its branches. He searched for the perfect decorations, scouring thrift stores and online auctions until he found a collection of vintage ornaments and tinsel that would bring the tree back to its former splendor.

Finally, after weeks of hard work, the tree began to show signs of recovery. Its leaves turned green, and the ornaments sparkled with renewed brilliance. Brian's family, initially skeptical about his decision to bring home a Christmas tree, were amazed by the transformation. They gathered around the tree, admiring its beauty and feeling a sense of warmth and joy that had been missing for months.

The Christmas tree became a symbol of hope and renewal in their home. Brian's family realized that even in the darkest of times, there is always the potential for something beautiful to emerge. They appreciated the tree's reminder that even the smallest of gestures can have a profound impact and that the magic of Christmas can be found in the simplest of things.

In the end, Brian's decision to bring home a little Christmas tree turned out to be a truly magical experience. It taught his family the value of empathy, environmental stewardship, and the power of perseverance. The tree became a cherished part of their family's holiday tradition, a reminder of the joy and wonder that can be found even in the most unexpected places.

Weight: 384g
Dimension: 222 x 277 x 12 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781912650392