How To Decorate A Christmas Tree

Ages 3-7

My favourite part of Christmas is decorating the tree. Each ornament represents a person, a place, or a memory that is special to me. How to Decorate a Christmas Tree is an ode to handmade ornaments, family heirlooms, meaningful souvenirs, popcorn garlands, and the cats who just want to be part of the fun. Miki Sato’s cut paper collage art brought me to tears and completely elevated this cozy little story. I hope you love it as much as I do!

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What People Are Saying

Cut paper, textiles, and string lend the creative team’s project a homespun three-dimensionality that pairs gently with the cozy domesticity of this affectionate family story.

Publishers Weekly

A child’s breathless excitement during the Christmas season resonates in the short, animated sentences. Each page provides an opportunity for audience participation..”

— School Library Journal

A warm celebration of family history and holiday tradition.”

— Horn Book Magazine

The Toronto-based duo have created a book that not only lends itself to family read-alouds, but may also prompt craft sessions.”

Montreal Gazette