It’s not martyrdom, it’s just unchecked altruism. She gives and gives and gives, never expecting anything in return, never asking for her due, never REMINDING the Boy of all she has sacrificed. Not tallying things up is one hard lesson for us needy people to learn, but The Giving Tree teaches it so well. Humans are naturally concerned with fairness, justice, and equality-especially when it comes to themselves. So, in that vein, here are 10 additional lessons Silverstein’s most heartfelt title teaches us, on top of unconditional charity. Others believe it’s a fable about life and life lessons-of what it means to be mortal and flawed, and ultimately enlightened and wise. Some believe it’s a book of adult satire, while others write it off as unbearably sad. Some say it’s actually the story of God and humankind, or Mother Nature and society, or the classic parent-child relationship, or unrequited romantic love. But is there more to it than that? Scholars have long debated (sometimes quite heatedly) what The Giving Tree seeks to impart to its readers beyond unselfishness. This slight, leaf-green volume has since become the perfect baby gift, a library mainstay, and a classroom cornerstone, because it teaches-most outwardly-the wonderful lesson of generosity.
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