Treehorn's Treasure facts for kids
First edition
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| Author | Florence Parry Heide |
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| Illustrator | Edward Gorey |
| Publisher | Holiday House |
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Publication date
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1981 |
| ISBN | 0-8234-0425-0 |
| OCLC | 7463898 |
| LC Class | PZ7.H36 Tr |
| Preceded by | The Shrinking of Treehorn |
| Followed by | Treehorn's Wish |
Treehorn's Treasure is a super fun children's book written by Florence Parry Heide and drawn by Edward Gorey. It was first published in 1981. This book is special because it's about a boy named Treehorn who finds something amazing: money growing on his very own tree! It's part of a series that also includes The Shrinking of Treehorn and Treehorn's Wish.
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About Treehorn's Treasure
This book tells the story of a boy named Treehorn. One day, he discovers that the leaves on his tree have turned into real money! Imagine finding dollar bills instead of regular leaves. Treehorn tries to tell his parents about his amazing discovery.
The Story of the Money Tree
Treehorn's parents, however, are very busy. They don't seem to notice or believe him. They keep telling him to do his chores or to stop bothering them. This makes Treehorn feel a bit confused and lonely. He has to figure out what to do with his money tree all by himself.
The story shows how adults sometimes miss the magical things happening around them. It's a funny and thoughtful look at how kids see the world. Treehorn's adventure with his money tree is quite unique.
The Author and Illustrator
The author, Florence Parry Heide, was known for her clever and sometimes quirky children's books. She wrote many stories that made readers think. Her books often featured characters who saw the world differently.
The illustrator, Edward Gorey, had a very unique drawing style. His pictures are often a bit mysterious and detailed. He used black and white drawings that added a special mood to the story. His illustrations for Treehorn's Treasure are a big part of what makes the book so memorable.
The Treehorn Series
Treehorn's Treasure is the second book in a series about Treehorn. The first book was The Shrinking of Treehorn, published in 1971. In that story, Treehorn starts to shrink, and his parents don't seem to notice that either! The series continued with Treehorn's Wish. All three books share a similar theme. They explore how Treehorn deals with strange situations while the adults around him are often too busy to pay attention.
