The Christmas Pine
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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. Julia Donaldson's perfect rhyme is a joy to read aloud. 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. Superworm animation will premiere on BBC Christmas 2021
| Dimensions | 22 x 0.4 x 28.1 cm |
| Edition | 1st |
| Isbn 10 | 0702318000 |
| Isbn 13 | 978-0702318009 |
| Item Weight | 1.05 kg |
| Language | English |
| Print Length | 32 pages |
| Publication Date | 27 Oct. 2022 |
| Publisher | Alison Green Books |
| Reading Age | 2 - 6 years, from customers |
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A beautiful story book.
This is a lovely book with a beautiful story of the Christmas pine based on a true story andbeautifully illustrated.Our young granddaughter will like this very much and we'll enjoy sharing it with her.Not just for Christmas but read any time.Very happy with my purchase.. I Recommend it.
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The chosen one
From the dust-jacket front flap (image below refers):🌲 ‘Deep in a snowy forest stands a little pine tree with a special destiny: when it grows up, it’s going to be a famous Christmas tree!Julia Donaldson’s heartfelt rhyme follows the tree’s journey from the frozen woods to the sparkling city square...’🎄Based on a true story, the talented JULIA DONALDSON originally wrote ‘The Christmas Pine’ to celebrate the 2020 Christmas tree, the poem performed by schoolchildren and displayed in Trafalgar Square.Accompanying the rhyme is, to my eye, the most amazing atmospheric illustrations from Norwegian illustrator, VICTORIA SANDØY, ‘who lives in Oslo, not far from the forest where the Christmas pines grow’.The current stock images above give an indication of the content to see if it is the style for you and yours...and I am sure the ‘LOOK INSIDE’ facility will be along in the near future.ooOooOne for the forever shelf, IMO, it is a beautifully produced book with matching dust-jacket, the Christmas tree tips & baubles + the titling in a shiny gold colouring that follows through to the spine, all nonchalantly shimmering in the change of light.The quality hardback measures roughly 22.5 cm x 27.75 cm, and opens to 32 matte finish pages, of which the poem runs across 30, in double-page spread format, those gorgeous illustrations offering lots to talk about on every turn.The font is a good size so as not to dominate the pictures.The very last page details the reasons behind the publication (image below refers).[15 images attached ©Julia Donaldson/2020, Victoria Sandøy & Alison Green Books/2021]
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Lovely heart warming story and great pictures
I thought at first the storyline might be a bit morbid for a child about a tree being cut down, but thankfully as the story progresses it becomes lighter and more optimistic in its message. Nice reassuring story, and true to life. Lovely colourful and cheerful illustrations and particularly great for reading to children around Christmas time.
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Lovely Christmas story
A lovely little story about a Christmas Pine Tree based on a true story . I bought this for my 5 and 7 year old and they both enjoyed the story and learning about how the tradition of Christmas trees started.
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Great Christmas book
It’s a must purchase for Christmas bed time reading
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A beautiful tear-jerker
The story is a little short. It's the tale of a young pine tree which becomes Norway's annual Christmas gift to the British people. If you simply read straight through by yourself, it lasts just two or three minutes . However, reading to a child, there's the opportunity to discuss the events of the story and talk together about the beautiful illustrations. It's actually quite a tear-jerker too.
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Lovely Christmas story
I bought this because its a book by Julia Donaldson (and because it was half price at the time). We just love her books in out house, and this was no exception. It's a nice little tale about a Christmas tree growing up and travelling from Norway to London. The text isn't too long, so it makes a good read for both my 20month old and 4year old. The illustrations are lovely as always
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Nice but not great
So disappointed by this book. Pre-ordered after listening to the hype but it appears to be a lesser version of The Tree That's Meant To Be. The hardback book is nice, it has a nice dust jacket, those are some positives. Unfortunately there are lots of pages with just one sentence on them so lots of page turning for not much story. The graphics are also disappointing, some pages seem really embellished and are great with lots to look at and talk about with the little ones, then there are others where it seems they've just not bothered very much, so with not much writing on a page and not many good pictures......The search for the 2021 Christmas book for our house continues :-(
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Stupendo
Un libro davvero bello
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Sweet Christmas story
My grandkids liked it.
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Lovely story.
Lovely story. Great for English lessons as well.
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A Great Story
Love this book. The story is great and an easy read. Gives off a magical feeling. Fast delivery. 5 out of 5.
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Precioso!
Preciosa historia e ilustraciones, muy recomendable
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