Story TreeA Beka Book Reading Program Author:Laurel Hicks A Beka Book Reading Program, Grade 2, Book 1. Story Tree contains many stories about modern children and their relationships to their families, their pets, their friends, their country, and their God. It brings out the wonder of God's creation and shows His wisdom and love in the world around us and in the lives of individuals. — The following Ch... more »ristian virtures and character traits are developed in the stories: friendship, responsibility, forgiveness, helpfulness, obedience, faith, patriotism, cheerfulness, courage, thoughtfulness, kindness, selflessness, resourcefulness, honesty, industry, gratitude, service, thoroughness, and uprightness.« less