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Description
The children played in the Giant's garden for seven years, but then the Giant returned from his vacation and built a wall.
Quick Summary
This timeless tale captures the magic of kindness transforming a cold, lonely Giant's heart through the simple joy of children's laughter in his garden. Kids will be swept away by the emotional journey from the Giant's grumpy winter to the beautiful spring that blooms when he learns to share, and the touching ending will leave readers feeling warm and hopeful. If your kid loves heartwarming stories like "The Giving Tree" or "Corduroy," they'll be enchanted by this gentle Giant who discovers that friendship is the greatest treasure of all. Perfect for kindergarten through third grade readers at an AR Level 4.1, this 978-word story makes an ideal read-aloud for parents and kids to share together.