A captivating paper chase, and an unforgettable adventure. . .Two children meet under a tall tree. James has a book. Gingerhas 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 paperchase!Much-loved storyteller Julia Donaldson weavesthe children's tale of friendship into the amazing story of howpaper is made.With perfect, read-aloud rhymes and glowingillustrations by Victoria Sandøy, this isa story of friendship and adventure like no other. Gruffalo author Julia Donaldson has created aheartfelt, joyful story with a totally unique twistChildren will be fascinated to see the remarkable journeyof one tall tree as it's turned into paper, and becomesall sorts of things that we use, from bags and boxes to letters,cards and booksJulia Donaldson's perfect, read-aloud rhymesare brought gorgeously to life by acclaimed illustrator, VictoriaSandøy. The warm, richly atmospheric illustrationsare brimming with exquisite detailsPraise for The Christmas Pine, also by Julia Donaldsonand Victoria Sandøy: "Magical . . . as well as paying tributeto tradition, the gentle rhythmic verse and stunning picturesilluminate the two other things close to Julia's heart: the powerof children and song"Julia Donaldson is the author of many of the best-loved children'sbooks ever written. She has been awarded a CBE for servicesto literature, and is the most celebrated children's writer in Britaintoday.Many of Julia Donaldson's beloved picture books have been madeinto award-winning animated films which are regularly shown onthe BBC at Christmas.