Snow Day by Margaret McNamara

I'm taking a peek at the latest addition to a popular, early-reader series. I've read a few books in this bunch and always enjoy seeing what the Robin Hill School kids are up to next. This one fits especially well with the season and slides right in with the snow-dreaming which seems to be gaining footing in our household.

So, let's put on those hats and gloves and see if this group has fun out in the snow.

SNOW DAY

Robin Hill School

Ready to Read, Level One

by Margaret McNamara

Illustrated by Mike Gordon

Simon Spotlight

ages 4 to 6

The kids in Mrs. Connor's class love the snow! And they love snow days even more! But when the snow will not stop falling, Nia realizes that staying at home is not so much fun after all.

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School kids will easily understand Nia's desire to have a few snow days and be rooting for some of their own.

I'd sum this one up, but the blurb already says it all. The plot is simple and direct, and one that will ring familiar with any readers living in areas, where snow days are a possibility. My own daughter has been staring out the window wishing for tons of snow since September and dreams of being stuck in the house. Of course, the sled is close at hand. So, this is one certain readers will definitely connect with. And it's understandable that Nia grows bored of always being at home after a day or two. (That's when us parents pull out all sorts of 'projects' for them to do.) In other words, it's a read which will connect with adults as well.

The writing fits the audience level very well and helps further reading skills without bogging down. The illustrations are as adorable as ever and help as the story flows along. 

I've read more than a few books in this series, but didn't find this one quite as fun on the plot end, since it sticks pretty much to Nia and her mother with only the snow aspect thrown in. But I'm being picky because I do enjoy the series quite a bit. It's a nice addition to the Robin Hill School gang and makes a lovely read for fans and anyone readers, who are practicing their skills.