The Rose Bush: An Anti-War Book

"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?