The Story Of The Christmas Tree: Discover the Magical History Behind a Beloved Holiday Tradition; Includes a Foiled Pop-Up Christmas Tree! - Softcover

Willow, Marnie

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0486857581 ISBN 13: 9780486857589

Publisher: Dover Publications, 2026

Synopsis

Unwrap the fascinating story behind one of the season’s most beloved traditions in a magical read-aloud that ends with a showstopping Christmas surprise!
 

This illustrated picture book brings the history of the Christmas tree to life with a glittering pop-up surprise! Follow the story of the tree in rhyming verse, from medieval Germany to New York City’s iconic Rockefeller Center.
 

Features:

• Festive Christmas history: Charming rhyming verse introduces the history of the Christmas tree, from medieval Germany and Queen Victoria’s era to Rockefeller Center, and the inventor of the decorative twinkling lights.
• Interactive pop-up finale: A stunning foil-accented Christmas tree pop-up adds sparkle and wonder to storytime.
• Beautiful holiday picture book: A captivating read-aloud for children and families with full-color illustrations.
• A meaningful Christmas gift: Combines storytelling, history, and festive fun in a hardcover, keepsake-worthy holiday book for kids.
• Made for family traditions: Perfect for Christmas Eve reading or sharing holiday storytime together throughout the season.
• Creates lasting holiday memories: Children can learn about the fascinating origins of a tradition they know and love.

A sparkling celebration of Christmas past and present, this enchanting keepsake turns the story behind the tree into a family tradition to treasure year after year.

Edition details

• Publisher: Dover Publications
• Publication date: 2026
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0486857581
• ISBN 13: 9780486857589
• Binding: Paperback
• Illustrator: Pattenden Marc
• Number of pages: 32