A captivating paper chase and an unforgettable adventure . . . Two children meet under a
tall tree. James has a book. Ginger has a paper plane. They become friends . . . but then
they're parted. Will they ever meet again? But this isn't just James and Ginger's story:
it's a paper chase! Much-loved storyteller Julia Donaldson weaves the children's tale of
friendship into the amazing story of how paper is made. With perfect read-aloud rhymes and
glowing illustrations by Victoria Sandøy this is a story of friendship and adventure like no
other. Gruffalo author Julia Donaldson has created a heartfelt joyful story with a
totally unique twist Children will be fascinated to see the remarkable journey of one tall
tree as it's turned into paper and becomes all sorts of things that we use from bags and
boxes to letters cards and books Julia Donaldson's perfect read-aloud rhymes are brought
gorgeously to life by acclaimed illustrator Victoria Sandøy. The warm richly atmospheric
illustrations are brimming with exquisite details Praise for The Christmas Pine also by
Julia Donaldson and Victoria Sandøy: "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" 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.
