Christmas is coming. It doesn't look like Papa will celebrate it. How can Pyn get Papa interested in celebrations?Shift the conversation- Oother doesn’t want to be called Papa. Then, he tells Pyn to call him Papa. The transformation of Oother is revealed in simple dialogue.“Good morning, Papa,” Pyn said.“My name is Oother,” said Oother.“Good morning, Oother,” said Pyn.“Umphf,” said Oother.In the end:“Thank you, Oother!” said Pyn.“My name’s Papa,” Oother said.“Thank you, Papa!” cried Pyn, throwing her arms around his neck.Pyn doing all the chores at home- fixing breakfast, making soup.... Clear male, female divide. Reinforcing traditional roles. Papa takes over the role of a parent by tucking Pyn into bed. Pyn is a small, soft girl. Her Papa, Oother, is a big, gruff man. They lived on the top of a mountain. Pyn would like to find the perfect Christmas tree and decorate it but Oother says, "No Christmas tree". So, Pyn ventures out in a snowstorm to get a Christmas tree on her own. Will she be successful? Will Oother approve?Love the message of this story and the illustrations are warm, round, and cozy--perfect for a Christmas story.
What do You think about A Christmas Tree For Pyn (2011)?
Oother reminds me so much of my own father. That is why I gave this book the extra fifth *star*.
—pikapolonca
Probably my kids' favorite story we read for Christmas.
—Monica
I loved this book - and super sweet illustrations!
—DustyVH
