The Rose Bush: An Anti-War Book

By Ayesha Chenoy

"Chenoy's simple story convincingly gets across a timely message of empathy, cooperation, and the value of finding common ground, making it a helpful asset for parents wishing to teach these traits . . . A straightforward and relevant anti-division story that one hopes will inspire young readers." -- Kirkus Reviews (starred review)

"It's a simple yet powerful story about the importance of empathy and of talking through disagreements." --School Library Journal

Two families. One shared garden. And a rose bush growing right in the middle. They played together, laughed, argued and made up--life was wonderful. Until the parents had a fight. The garden was divided. Can the children, with a little help from their pets, bring back peace?

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9370891609
• ISBN13: 9789370891609
• Release Date: November 2026
• Publisher: Wonder House Books
• Length: 48 Pages
• Age Range: 4 to 8 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 3