by Gayle Sokolsky
Lone Oak’s tenth birthday should be a time of celebration, but for this young boy with a gentle heart, it brings only dread. While the other boys in his tribe practice their aim for the hunt, Lone Oak sits quietly in the shade of his tepee, where rabbits, squirrels, and birds approach him without fear. To him, the animals are not targets—they are his brothers and sisters in nature.
But tradition is strict. To complete the Manhood Ceremony and be accepted by his tribe, Lone Oak must venture into the woods eight days before his birthday and return with game for his family's feast. Caught between the ancient expectations of his people and the deep compassion in his soul, he is worried sick about the thought of hurting the creatures he loves. In this touching story of integrity and courage, Lone Oak must find a way to become a man and a hero without betraying his heart.
About the Author
Gayle Sokolsky draws deeply from her childhood years spent on a farm, where she learned her earliest and most important lessons from the animals she loved. These formative experiences instilled in her a lifelong belief in the sanctity of all living creatures. Inspired by the profound connection to nature often found in Native American culture, Gayle wrote Lone Oak to explore the delicate balance between compassion and necessity. Through her storytelling, she invites readers to respect the natural world and discover that true bravery often comes from a gentle heart.
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