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The Trellis and the Seed: A Book of Encouragement for All Ages
by Jan Karon (Illustrator: Robert Gantt Steele)
Product Group: Book
Publisher: Viking Juvenile (2003-04-14)
ISBN: 0670892890
EAN: 9780670892891
Binding/Media: Hardcover - 32 pages
Reading Level: Ages 4-8
Release Date: 2003-04-14
SKU: 04964
Condition: Used: Like New
Comments: Brand new with few scuffs on dust jacket.
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Editorial Reviews
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Product Description
In this gently told parable, Jan Karon tells a story of patience, of the special rewards that come from being a little bit different from everyone else, and of the courage to believe in oneself.
In a picturesque and secluded garden, a tiny seed sits in thrilled anticipation of its destiny as a powerful vine, twisting and flowering through the white latticework trellis. But how could such a small seed ever thrive and grow into a strong, healthy, grown-up plant? "Don't worry," Mother Earth says. "God has planned something beautiful for you." But time passes, and the little seed doesn't believe it.
Beautifully illustrated and filled with faith and love, The Trellis and the Seed is Jan Karon at her very best-an inspiration for all ages and an important lesson on God's love for all creatures great and small.
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Amazon.com Review
Subtitled a "Story of Encouragement for All Ages," the Trellis and the Seed tells the story of how "God has planned something beautiful" for even the tiniest, most unassuming little seed. The tiny seed begins its mysterious journey in the hands of the seemingly omnipotent "Nice Lady," who predicts--much to the seed's disbelief--that it will make a "beautiful vine with sweet-smelling blossoms." Even as the Nice Lady plants the seed, erects an ambitious trellis, waits for rain, adds fertilizer, and performs all her other nurserial oblations, the seed continues to be baffled by its caretaker's faith. ("It was only a seed, and very, very small. How could it ever be a beautiful vine with blossoms?") How indeed? Suffice it to say, God doesn't send a crafty bird to eat the seed in a harrowing third-act changeup. Jan Karon's story of patience and faith shows the same folksy charm that infuses her Mitford Years series, and her gentle words find a soothing complement in the skilled, muted watercolors of Robert Gantt Steele (of the Her Story series). (Ages 4 to 8) --Paul Hughes
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Customer Reviews
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The Trellis and the Seed
Rating  (5)
Date: 2010-07-19
A Nice Book about a Nice Lady, gifted to a Nice Aunt, who had Moonflowers plants. A friend gave me Moonflower seeds and I too grew them at one time. I love to see them bloom. This book brought back Moonflower memories to us.
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The Trellis and the Seed
Rating  (4)
Date: 2009-11-16
I really enjoy this author and can find wisdom in all her books, especially this one. pat
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The Trellis and the Seed
Rating (5)
Date: 2009-07-10
I ordered this book for my 90 year old mom and when it came we read it together. Its simple and encouraging message is one for all ages and so it will be shared with my daughter and grandchildren. The illustrations are delightful and it's quick and easy to read. Most people are familiar with Jan Karon's adult books, but I highly recommend changing things up with this little book.
The Trellis and the Seed: A Book of Encouragement for All Ages
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Great books series
Rating (5)
Date: 2009-06-03
I love these books, takes you to a comfort zone... and a good read !!
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jan karon
Rating (5)
Date: 2009-03-16
excellent book for a child's bedtime story.. or a book for a child to read to themselves.. as well as for adults .
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