Author: Ezra Jack Keats
Year: 1962
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Children, Picture books, Award winners, Classic
Culture: African-American
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ISBNs:
9780140501827
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No book has captured the magic and sense of possibility of the first snowfall better than
. Universal in its appeal, the story has become a favorite of millions, as it reveals a child's wonder at a new world, and the hope of capturing and keeping that wonder forever.
The adventures of a little boy in the city on a very snowy day.
"Keats's sparse collage illustrations capture the wonder and beauty a snowy day can bring to a small child." -
"Ezra Jack Keats's classic
, winner of the 1963 Caldecott Medal, pays homage to the wonder and pure pleasure a child experiences when the world is blanketed in snow." -
"The book is notable not only for its lovely artwork and tone, but also for its importance as a trailblazer. According to
magazine,
was "the very first full-color picture book to feature a small black hero" - yet another reason to add this classic to your shelves. It's as unique and special as a snowflake." - Amazon.com
This book is part of the "Peter" series. Here are some other books from this series:
 | "Peter's Chair"
First published in 1973
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 | "Pet Show!"
First published in 1972
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 | "Hi, Cat!"
First published in 1970
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 | "A Letter to Amy"
First published in 1968
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 | "Whistle for Willie"
First published in 1964
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