Book Nook: The Christmas Poop Log

Based on a beloved old-world Spanish folklore, The Christmas Poop Log: A Christmas Tradition story book is available on Amazon now. 

 

This fun and educational cultural experience centers around a Christmas tradition celebrated in the Catalonia region in Northern Spain with roots in the 18th century. 

 

The practice of finding the perfect poop log in the wilderness reflects the American tradition of finding the perfect tree. Once the one that’s ‘just right’ is found near the 8th of December, it is brought into the home and accessorized by its new family with an illustrated face, felt hat and other festive attire and propped on smaller logs as front “legs.”  A cozy blanket is then laid on “Caga Tió,” as it is affectionately called. 

 

Every day, family members “feed” Caga Tió with fruits and nuts until December 24th.  It is then that Caga Tió is tapped with sticks while the family sings a corresponding song asking it to “poop” presents!  

 

An accompanying Activity Set complete with wooden log and dowels, Santa hat, felt blanket, paint set, glue, and googly eyes is also be available, making it a great gift for kids and families, gag, white elephant, or Pollyanna exchanges, crafters, and anyone who loves a laugh. The kit is currently available for preorder at www.thechristmaspooplog.com. 

  

After traveling to Spain several years ago and becoming fascinated by the tradition, entrepreneur and first-time author Jonathan Chastek created the book and activity set to bring the endearing tradition to American families in an accessible way by selling the logs as a ready-to-assemble complete kit versus collecting the log outdoors. 

 

“Because the tradition is rooted in nature, a tree will be planted for every purchase through our partnership with OneTreePlanted,” says Chastek, “I very much want to keep sustainability and love for our planet at the forefront of our mission.” 

 

He continues, “It’s my hope that this fun, cultural tradition will be embraced by many this season. The activity set, with the book included to tell the story, is a great way to bring holiday cheer and laughter.”

 

He hopes that Caga Tió will become a part of every family’s holiday traditions. Once created, the log can be stowed away with holiday décor and embraced for years to come.  

Visit www.thechristmaspooplog.com and stay connected by following @thechristmaspooplog on Instagram and Facebook.