Robert's Cherry Tree
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"Robert planted a cherry seed in the yard . . . After some years the tree became very tall" . . . "Someone pointed to the tree in the yard, 'that tree cannot be a cherry tree, because there are no cherries.' " "Robert's little brother picked up a broken branch and said, 'This branch looks red on the inside and smells like a cherry, it must be a cherry tree.' " Seasons and years passed until . . .
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About the Book
Robert, a young child planted a cherry seed in his yard. Over the years this seed grew to become a large tree. Seasons came and went. Years passed. Yet, no cherries were on the tree. There was thought that the tree was not really a cherry tree, so should be cut down. Robert’s brother showed that a broken tree branch was red, like cherry wood, and also smelled like cherry. So, the tree was saved from being cut. Years passed until 22 years later the tree blossomed, then later yielded a bounty of cherries. There were enough cherries for family, neighbors, and even for the birds.
About the Author
At heart, Dr. Jeffrey Lennon is a story teller. He has told stories since he was young. He has told stories to his siblings’ children, his own children and now grandchildren. He has had a background in biology, a medical doctor, professor and public health educator. His stories address all age groups, especially children.