Pick a Pine Tree

“Everyone in the blocky, soft-glowing images is beaming, from people to pets to plump Santa ornaments; by the end of the book, readers will be, too.” Guardian "A sprightly, unashamedly Christmassy picture book" Observer “If you’re going to pick a Christmas themed book this season, you’ll struggle to find one more festively atmospheric ... this is a comforting book” The Herald Pick a pine tree from the lot – slim and tall, or short and squat! Long straight limbs or branches bent... Mmm! Just smell that piney scent! From the dazzling duo who made Together With You comes a beautiful, irresistible Christmas gift book that all begins with … picking a pine tree! Brimming over with the excitement of being with family at the festive season, a gorgeously rhythmical, read-aloud narrative accompanied by warm, joyful art celebrates all the familiar rituals of decorating the tree – from digging out jam-packed boxes of trimmings, stringing tinsel, to, at last, turning on those twinkly fairy lights. “A rhyming picture book with glowing illustrations that celebrates the Christmas ritual of selecting and decorating the perfect tree.” The Irish Independent "Jarvis’ illustration is absolutely remarkable, and its soft retro-styled beauty makes this book really stand out." BookTrust “The rhyming text is brimming with energy” Daily Mail "Full of cosy Christmas cheer ... this is a lovely story for all the family to share at Christmas." The Scotsman LOOK OUT FOR: Pick a Pumpkin Pick a Perfect Egg

A festive read-aloud brimming with all the joy and excitement of Christmastime -- beginning, of course, with picking out a tree Part of the magic of the Christmas season stems from the traditions that families and friends take part in every year: hanging up stockings; putting lights in the windows; and, one of the most important of all, picking out and taking home the Christmas tree. With style and warmth, debut author Patricia Toht and Jarvis, the author-illustrator of Alan's Big, Scary Teeth, evoke all the rituals of decorating the tree -- digging out boxes jam-packed with ornaments and tree trimmings, stringing tinsel, and, at long last, turning on those twinkling lights. Joyously drawn and rhythmically written, this celebration of family, friends, and the holiday season is as merry as the tradition it depicts.

A festive read-aloud brimming with all the joy and excitement of Christmastime -- beginning, of course, with picking out a tree Part of the magic of the Christmas season stems from the traditions that families and friends take part in every year: hanging up stockings; putting lights in the windows; and, one of the most important of all, picking out and taking home the Christmas tree. With style and warmth, debut author Patricia Toht and Jarvis, the author-illustrator of Alan's Big, Scary Teeth, evoke all the rituals of decorating the tree -- digging out boxes jam-packed with ornaments and tree trimmings, stringing tinsel, and, at long last, turning on those twinkling lights. Joyously drawn and rhythmically written, this celebration of family, friends, and the holiday season is as merry as the tradition it depicts.