The Christmas pine - Julia Donaldson

A magical picture book for Christmas, written in perfect,
heartfelt rhyme by Julia Donaldson, bestselling creator of Zog
and Superworm.

"Magical . . . as well as paying tribute to tradition, the
gentle rhythmic verse and stunning pictures illuminate the two other
things close to Julia's heart: the power of children and song"
Good Housekeeping

Deep in a snowy wood stands a little pine tree with a special
destiny: when it grows up, it's going to be the famous
Christmas tree in Trafalgar Square!

This is the perfect picture book to snuggle up with and share
at Christmas. Gorgeous, atmospheric illustrations whisk you from
frozen forests to the sparkling city square in a beautiful, moving
story of festivity and hope.

• This gorgeously illustrated hardback book has a gold-foiled dust
  jacket, making it the perfect Christmas gift for young children


• Julia Donaldson's perfect rhyme is a joy to read aloud. This
  is a classic to treasure for generations


• Victoria Sandy's exquisite, atmospheric illustrations
  are full of gorgeous details to point out and share


• A paragraph on the final page of the book explains the true story
  behind the tree
  

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  The Christmas Pine is based on a true story. It celebrates
  a special tradition that stretches back over seventy years.
  Every year, the Mayor of Oslo in Norway presents the British people
  with a spectacular Christmas tree. The tree is a symbol of peace
  and friendship, and a thank you for the UK's support during World
  War II.

  
  

  Each year, the UK Poetry Society asks a poet to write a poem to
  welcome the tree. Julia Donaldson originally wrote The Christmas
  Pine to celebrate the 2020 Christmas tree. The poem was
  performed by London schoolchildren, and displayed in Trafalgar
  Square.

  
  Julia Donaldson is the author of many of the best-loved children's
  books ever written. She has been awarded a CBE for services to
  literature, and is the most celebrated children's writer in Britain
  today.
  
  Many of Julia Donaldson's beloved picture books
  have been made into award-winning animated films which are regularly
  shown on the BBC at Christmas.
  
  Superworm
  animation will premiere on BBC Christmas 2021