H ere is the February Story Card featuring a Japanese Cedar tree. Franklin, Andrew, and Betty Lee Chapter One Franklin reached down and picked up a tiny pinecone from the snow-covered ground. It was still attached to a short, green branch. Andrew said, “Let’s collect them all into a pile.” Franklin laughed and said, “Yes, a big pile of teeny, tiny pinecones.” The children began their work. The Japanese Cedar tree stood taller than the house. Betty Lee said, “I can jump as high as this tree!” But when she tried, her boots stayed stuck in the snow. She stumbled and fell down. Her socks got wet right away. The boys held her hands and together they walked to the back door of the house. Andrew said, “You will feel better soon, little sister. The house is warm and dry.” They quickly took off their coats and boots, except for Betty Lee, whose boots were still outside in the snow. Mommy helped her to take off her coat because she was too young to do it herself. Franklin said, “Bet
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