About this book

A truly Canadian Christmas carol is now also available in a sturdy board book format!

This Canadian version of the Christmas song became an instant holiday classic. Now the whole family can join in the fun with this new, specially adapted board book version — the perfect first Christmas book for every preschooler on your list!

Enjoy all of Werner Zimmermann’s zany illustrations, count the characters from 1 to 12, and sing along. It’s Christmas as only Canadians can celebrate it — with squirrels curling, Mounties munching donuts, hockey players-a-leaping.... and A Porcupine in a Pine Tree!

Reviews

Praise for A Porcupine in a Pine Tree:

Globe and Mail Bestseller

CBC Bestseller

Quill & Quire Bestseller

CBA Besteller

Winner, CBA Libris Awards - Picture Book of the Year, 2011

Best Books for Kids and Teens, 2011

CBC Children's Book Pick, 2011

OLA Best Bets, 2010

Resource Links, Year's Best 2010

"It's virtually impossible to resist singing along." —Quill and Quire

"[Porcupine] tops my list of favourites . . . a fine gift for all ages." —The Montreal Gazette

"A super-serving of Canadiana in perfect time for the holidays . . . quite irresistible." —CM Magazine

"This is Canadiana Christmas at its best— it's impossible not to sing or laugh along." —Canadian Bookseller Magazine

"The classic holiday book A Porcupine in a Pine Tree is made all the more sweet with cozy cuddle and a soft stuffie that's just the right size for wee hands." —Canadian Family

Extras

Watch the animated video.