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Wishtree Costco Edition Costco Bonus Material — Content Guide for Parents

By Katherine ApplegateFiewel & Friends2019-01-08ISBN 9781250247063200 pages
Wishtree Costco Edition Costco Bonus Material

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Contains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.

About this book

Handpicked by Amazon kids’ books editor, Seira Wilson, for Prime Book Box – a children’s subscription that inspires a love of reading. An Amazon Top 20 Children's Books of 2017 The New York Times-bestselling story of kindness, friendship, and hope. Trees can't tell jokes, but they can certainly tell stories. . . . Red is an oak tree who is many rings old. Red is the neighborhood "wishtree"―people write their wishes on pieces of cloth and tie them to Red's branches. Along with a crow named Bongo and other animals who seek refuge in Red's hollows, this wishtree watches over the neighborhood. You might say Red has seen it all. Until a new family moves in. Not everyone is welcoming, and Red's experience as a wishtree is more important than ever. Funny, deep, warm, and nuanced, this is Katherine Applegate at her very best―writing from the heart, and from a completely unexpected point of view. This book has Common Core connections.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is Wishtree Costco Edition Costco Bonus Material appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The narrative includes an incident where a boy carves the word 'LEAVE' into the tree, which represents an act of hate aimed at a Muslim family. This conflict is central to the story but is handled sensitively. The book does not contain genuinely frightening content. While it addresses serious themes such as hate and prejudice, it does so in a manner that is suitable for children and does not induce fear.

  • Does Wishtree Costco Edition Costco Bonus Material have violence?

    The narrative includes an incident where a boy carves the word 'LEAVE' into the tree, which represents an act of hate aimed at a Muslim family. This conflict is central to the story but is handled sensitively.

  • Does Wishtree Costco Edition Costco Bonus Material have scary content?

    The book does not contain genuinely frightening content. While it addresses serious themes such as hate and prejudice, it does so in a manner that is suitable for children and does not induce fear.

  • Does Wishtree Costco Edition Costco Bonus Material have religious themes?

    The book addresses themes of religious bigotry, particularly through the character of a Muslim family who faces hate. This is depicted in a gentle manner, highlighting the importance of understanding and acceptance among different faiths.

  • Does Wishtree Costco Edition Costco Bonus Material have racial/cultural content?

    The book explores themes of racial and religious discrimination, particularly through the experiences of a Muslim family. It addresses the impact of prejudice and promotes understanding and acceptance among diverse communities.

  • Does Wishtree Costco Edition Costco Bonus Material have profanity?

    There is no profanity in 'Wishtree'. The book is aimed at a middle-grade audience and maintains age-appropriate language throughout.

  • Does Wishtree Costco Edition Costco Bonus Material have climate change?

    The narrative includes themes of environmental protection as the oak tree, Red, serves as a symbol of nature and community. However, the primary focus remains on social issues rather than climate activism.

  • Does Wishtree Costco Edition Costco Bonus Material have sexual identity?

    No sexual content is present in the book 'Wishtree'. The search results do not indicate any sexual themes or references within the narrative.

  • Does Wishtree Costco Edition Costco Bonus Material have gender roles?

    The book does not actively discuss or critique gender roles. It focuses on themes of acceptance and community rather than specific gender dynamics.

  • Does Wishtree Costco Edition Costco Bonus Material have lgbtq+ themes?

    No LGBTQ+ themes are explicitly present in the book 'Wishtree'. The search results focus on discussions about Costco's policies and community interactions related to LGBTQ+ issues, which are not relevant to the book's content.