Abstract: A tool is described for assisting in the endwise insertion of logs into a wood-burning stove. The tool includes a cradle in supporting a major portion of a log, the cradle being of a size to pass through the door opening of the stove. A handle extends from the rear of the cradle to permit a user to orient the frame, within the stove, for proper placement of the log. The handle may be provided with an ejector which is used to push the log from the cradle when desired. A handle extension, pivoted to the end of the handle, is provided to contact the floor and support the handle end of the tool while a log is placed on the cradle, the forward end of the cradle resting on a support at the door opening. This support may be a horizontal roller mounted at the stove door opening.