--- product_id: 474527363 title: "Christmas Pine" price: "KSh4357" currency: KES in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/474527363-christmas-pine store_origin: KE region: Kenya --- # True story of Trafalgar Square’s iconic Christmas tree Rhythmic rhyme perfect for read-aloud moments 32 pages of enchanting storytelling Christmas Pine **Price:** KSh4357 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎄 Snuggle up with the Christmas Pine — where tradition meets magic in every page! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Christmas Pine - **How much does it cost?** KSh4357 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.ke](https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/474527363-christmas-pine) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Award-Winning Author:** From Julia Donaldson, CBE and Britain’s most celebrated children’s writer. - • **Stunning Illustrations:** Victoria Sandøy’s atmospheric artwork brings snowy forests and city sparkle to life. - • **Timeless Festive Classic:** A heartfelt Christmas tale rooted in a 70+ year tradition of peace and friendship. - • **Perfect for Family Bonding:** Engaging rhyme and rich details make it ideal for sharing across generations. - • **Educational & Inspirational:** Includes a true story paragraph and celebrates the power of children and song. ## Overview Christmas Pine is a beautifully illustrated 32-page picture book by Julia Donaldson, celebrating the true story of the iconic Trafalgar Square Christmas tree gifted annually by Oslo. With rhythmic, heartfelt rhyme and exquisite artwork, it’s a festive classic that honors peace, friendship, and the joy of storytelling for families to treasure year after year. ## Description 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 Review: Stupendo - Un libro davvero bello Review: A beautiful story book. - This is a lovely book with a beautiful story of the Christmas pine based on a true story and beautifully 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. ## Features - Language - English - No of pages - 32 - Author - Donaldson Julia - Genre - Picture Storybooks ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #32,770 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #51 in Botany & Plants #267 in Books on Social & Family Issues for Young Adults #282 in Fiction About Social & Family Issues for Young Adults | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 1,741 Reviews | ## Images ![Christmas Pine - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71wgPQ+1OwL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Media Format** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Stupendo *by C***N on 23 June 2024* Un libro davvero bello ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A beautiful story book. *by A***2 on 18 November 2025* This is a lovely book with a beautiful story of the Christmas pine based on a true story and beautifully 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. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Sweet Christmas story *by S***L on 7 January 2025* My grandkids liked it. ## Frequently Bought Together - The Christmas Pine: the magical tale for Christmas by Julia Donaldson - now in a stunning paperback edition - What the Ladybird Heard at Christmas: A bestselling Christmas adventure - Jonty Gentoo: The Adventures of a Penguin The Number One Bestseller by the creators of Stick Man and Zog --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/474527363-christmas-pine](https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/474527363-christmas-pine) --- *Product available on Desertcart Kenya* *Store origin: KE* *Last updated: 2026-10-14*