The Christmas Pine BCD

  A magical picture book for Christmas, now available with an audio CD complete with story, brand-new song and three much-loved Christmas carols. "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 gorgeous paperback book comes with an audio CD, making it the perfect Christmas gift for young children Julia Donaldson's perfect rhyme is a joy to listen to Introducing Amelie Young, a bright new singing talent and Julia Donaldson's great-niece, singing The Christmas Pine Song, Jingle Bells, Deck The Halls and O, Christmas Tree This is a classic to treasure for generations Victoria Sandøy'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 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.

General

Imprint:	Alison Green Books
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Release date:	October 2023
Authors:	Julia Donaldson
Illustrators:	Victoria Sand�y
Dimensions:	290 x 224mm (L x W)
Pages:	32
ISBN-13:	978-0-7023-1935-8
Categories:	Books Promotions
LSN:	0-7023-1935-X
Barcode:	9780702319358

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