The Tree of Hope was inspired by a simple act of wanting to bring hope and joy to a community. Each year at Christmas time a small tree wrapped in a simple strand of red lights with a star on the top appears as if by magic in an open field on a busy country road. So beloved is the little tree that the whole community watches for it to come into view as they pass by on their daily comings and goings. Great joy, comfort and hope fill the hearts of all who spot the tiny tree, bringing lasting feelings of the best that the Christmas season has to offer. This book is dedicated to the Frich Family Farm and to John and Joanne Pavalonis. And to Yencsik’s Store and Andy and Helen Yencsik. This is a SeeSayCreate book that combines literature and art activities for a whole minded learning experience.