The Carpenter’s Gift | A Christmas Tale About the Rockefeller Center Tree | David Rubel|Hardcover

Celebrate the spirit of Christmas with The Carpenter’s Gift: A Christmas Tale About the Rockefeller Center Tree by David Rubel, illustrated by Jim LaMarche.

This heartwarming picture book follows a young boy and his family during the Great Depression as they experience the generosity and hope surrounding the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree. Inspired by the real history of the famous New York City holiday tradition, the story connects Christmas celebrations with themes of kindness, gratitude, community, and giving.

Educational Connections:

- History: Explore the Great Depression and the origins of the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree tradition.

- Social Studies: Discuss how communities come together during challenging times.

- Character Education: Encourage conversations about generosity, compassion, gratitude, and helping others.

- Language Arts: Practice reading comprehension, sequencing events, and identifying story themes.

- Seasonal Learning: Add meaningful historical fiction to a Christmas read-aloud or winter literature study.

Product Details:

- Title: The Carpenter’s Gift: A Christmas Tale About the Rockefeller Center Tree

- Author: David Rubel

- Illustrator: Jim LaMarche

- Format: Hardcover picture book

- Genre: Historical fiction / Christmas literature

A meaningful addition to a family read-aloud collection, Christmas book basket, or homeschool history and literature study.