This is a great fictional story based on three trees planted by three Presidents at the Capitol Bldg. in Boise, Id. The fictional Willie talks to these trees. This book has actvities for school children, and historical pictures in the back. The wood from these three trees has been preserved and c... more

This is a great fictional story based on three trees planted by three Presidents at the Capitol Bldg. in Boise, Id. The fictional Willie talks to these trees. This book has actvities for school children, and historical pictures in the back. The wood from these three trees has been preserved and carved into amazing things - everything from a fiddle to busts of the Presidents that planted them to bowls and furniture. They are all on display in the Capitol Bldg in Boise, Id.

Willie walks the grounds of the Idaho State Capitol building everyday. He has his special bench near one of the three trees that were planted by three U. .S Presidents. Willie’s bond with these trees started in 1911 when he was a little boy. With the renovation of the State Capitol, Willie’s ... more

Willie walks the grounds of the Idaho State Capitol building everyday. He has his special bench near one of the three trees that were planted by three U. .S Presidents. Willie’s bond with these trees started in 1911 when he was a little boy. With the renovation of the State Capitol, Willie’s friends, Buck & Sugar learn that they will be leaving their longtime locations to live inside the capitol building. Their relationship with Willie takes on new life. The special collectible commemorative Edition also includes the history and photos of the wood carvings and the Capitol’s renovation as well as a story from Idaho State Representative Max Black about how the trees were preserved. * Some of the items made from these trees are on display in the 4th floor of the Idaho State Capitol building including the three Presidential Busts.