The Last Christmas Tree

A parent might reach for this book when their child is feeling sad about an ending, like a holiday concluding, a school year finishing, or a friend moving away. It gently addresses the bittersweet feeling of being left behind or overlooked, and the quiet fear that comes with change. The story follows a small, crooked pine tree, the very last one on the Christmas tree lot. As the days pass, it worries it will never be chosen. Finally, a family arrives and sees the tree as perfect for them. They give it a joyful Christmas, and afterward, a new purpose by planting it in their yard. This book is a comforting and hopeful read for children ages 6-8, perfect for starting conversations about how endings can also be new beginnings and how memories can bring lasting joy.