{"product_id":"bear-heart-and-the-evergreen-tree-hardcover","title":"Bear Heart and the Evergreen Tree - Hardcover","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eAlfreda Algeo Beartrack\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eAlfreda Algeo Beartrack\u003c\/b\u003e (Illustrator)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe evergreen tree is a symbol for hope and healing for people all around the world. This beautifully illustrated book combines modern day and ancient settings to tell the story of why the evergreen tree is so special.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhile out picking evergreen needles, 9-year-old Zoey's grandmother tells her the story of Bear Heart, a man who lived long ago. A beloved member of his community, Bear Heart was known for his kindness and generosity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs he grew old, he worried about his people. He asked the Great Spirit to help his people even after he was gone. The Great Spirit turned Bear Heart into an evergreen tree, so that he would stay green and vibrant all year long. His people gathered around him and shared laughter and stories. To this day, they communicate their prayers and hopes by burning the needles of the evergreen tree. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAlfreda Beartrack Algeo\u003c\/b\u003e is a proud enrolled member of the Kul Wicasa Tribe of the Oceti Sakowin Nation in South Dakota. A passionate writer and artist, her work is showcased in numerous private collections, museums, and galleries around the world. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlfreda has authored and illustrated several children's books, including \u003ci\u003eThe Day the Earth Rose Up\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eFather Eagle\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003eand the Hunter\u003c\/i\u003e. Notably, \u003ci\u003eThe Day the Earth Rose Up\u003c\/i\u003e was selected by the Wyoming Humanities Council to represent Wyoming at the Library of Congress in 2023. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCurrently, Alfreda resides in Palisade, Colorado, where she balances her time between her art studio and managing her small fruit farm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 32\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.3 x 10 x 7.9 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e March 17, 2026\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45703170785324,"sku":"9781778540899","price":17.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0618\/6260\/8940\/files\/WdRe9tsYHV9781778540899.webp?v=1782316528","url":"https:\/\/littleredgeneralstore.com\/products\/bear-heart-and-the-evergreen-tree-hardcover","provider":"Little Red General Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}