Books with title Under the Banyan Tree

Set in Cambodia, “Under the Banyan Tree,” is a short story fictional piece for Young Readers. Sita Sokhouen has studied and practiced the gestures and movements of the Apsara dancers. When her dream to train with the Royal Ballet comes true, ten-year-old Sita is faced with a difficult decision. Under a banyan tree, Sita makes the decision to sacrifice her dream, to prevent hurting someone she loves.

"The baobab tree story, which I wrote (the church version) is actually based upon a true story, told by Limakatso Nare, a Lutheran pastor who is currently serving a congregation in Louisiana. When he was growing up in his native Africa, he gathered for Sunday school under the baobab tree. Here he learned the Biblical stories of Noah and the ark, Jonah and the big fish, and the parables of Jesus. His Sunday school experiences inspired my story, Under the Baobab Tree."

Irena's not sure where she's headed when she runs away from home--she just wants to leave the trailer she shared with her mamma and daddy far behind. When she stumbles upon the Banyan Tree motel, something tells her it's exactly where she's meant to be. But trouble follows Irena wherever she goes, and the Banyan is no different in this story about what it means to be a family.

Moyo and Japera travel down the red dusty road to the next village. There, they will gather under the baobab tree, the Tree of Life. Moyo knows that some days the market wagon stops under the baobab tree. Villagers buy brightly colored cloth and heavy pots and pans. But who will gather today under the baobab tree? Come to a special place―a wondrous gathering place known as the baobab tree, the Tree of Life. Moyo and Japera know that almost anything can happen here. But today? Today the most important and truest stories of all will be told. People will come to hear, to pray, and to sing. And as the children journey to the tree they have only one question: Who will gather under the boabab tree? …Will you?

Have you considered what's under your tree? Under the Tree is a children's book based on a collection of experiences from the author's youth, and it inspires young readers to consider the importance of nature. They will learn that nature can enhance creativity, play, friendships and relaxation. To aid parents and teachers, coloring, drawing and other fun, engaging activities are included, and this early reader, for ages 3-6, can be used as a springboard to informally teach prepositions or the relation between objects. The large print is ideal for early readers, the elderly and the visually-impaired.

Desperate to prevent an abusive arranged marriage, Princess Araya flees to a neighboring kingdom, only to land at the mercy of the impulsive Crown Prince Thoredmund, who provides refuge in a secluded forest and teaches her survival skills. Her surprise at the unexpected hold the prince has on her heart mirrors his shock at falling for the one girl he can't have.As the young couple's feelings for each other grow, the fragile alliance between the two kingdoms threatens to break apart. With a vengeful duke and an enraged king fast on their trail, Thor and Araya must decide how much they're willing to risk for love.Even if staying together means starting a war.