![]() And the third was scorched by scrub fires.Īfter each failed attempt Facile asked a grown family member, “How can I plant a tree that would grow strong?” Every time he asked he received an answer that revealed the local Haitian techniques and means to handle the challenge of reforestation. The first twig was eaten by a rambling goat. In fact, three times Facile attempted planting a mango tree without success. But without his father around the task becomes really difficult. The father, however, had to leave to find work.Īfter the birth of his sister Lucia the boy decides to plant his own tree as a gift for her. ![]() He had planted a mango tree in honor of Facile’s birth, and this tree was now generously giving away fruits, shade, and preventing landslides. The story is about a boy named Facile whose father has taught him the value of trees. After the Januearthquake these challenges have only grown worse, but, as this book tries to show, there is still hope. Children reading or listening to the narrative would learn about the plights of other children in Haiti, and their struggle to cope with unique challenges. ![]() This story is both beautiful and powerful. It is not easy to find children's books with an appealing and compellingly timely story. ![]()
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