The Egg Tree
By Katherine Milhous
The Story
On an Easter egg hunt through Grandmom's house, a girl discovers a box of hand-painted eggs in the attic and helps revive a family tradition: hanging them on a small tree.
Why It's Special
For families who love turning a holiday into something handmade, this story of Katy's attic discovery shows how one forgotten box of eggs can start a tradition that lasts for generations.
- Big idea: Old things found again can become new traditions — the past isn't just stored away, it's waiting to be picked back up.
- Vibes: Gentle, nostalgic, and warm with the quiet excitement of a family holiday morning.
Perfect For Kids Who
- enjoy stories about holidays and family traditions
- like to hunt for hidden treasures, real or pretend
- are curious about how grownups celebrated when they were kids
- respond well to quiet, old-fashioned storytelling
Ask Your Little Reader
- Story recall: What did Katy find when she went up to Grandmom's attic?
- Imagination: What do you think it felt like to find eggs that Grandmom had painted long ago?
- Real-life connection: Does your family have a special decoration or tradition that comes out every year?
- Creative extension: If you painted your own eggs to hang on a tree, what colors and patterns would you use?
- Feelings & empathy: Why do you think Grandmom kept those eggs for so many years?
