Snow Is... by Laura Gehl

We're snow-dreaming, and today's read reflects these white, crystal wishes. This book is written by an author, who has more than a few books under her name, and promises to be an inviting read. It's written in poetic form, which should be wonderful on the atmosphere side of things. So, I'm looking forward to this one.

Grab those coats and mittens and get ready to dream of a white world!

SNOW IS...

by Laura Gehl

Illustrated by Sonia Sanchez

Paula Wiseman Books

Picture Book

32 pages

ages 4 to 8

From award-winning author Laura Gehl, a sparkling, lyrical picture book about the magic of an early snow.

It’s dawn and there is snow all around. The wonder of winter’s first snowfall brings the magic of changing seasons and sees a family sharing the perfect snow day with coziness and togetherness from dawn to dusk.

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These pages are like a child's ode to snow and open up many different wonders the white world creates.

Written in poetic form, this book follows a child's day in the snow. It begins from inside the house as the child gazes to the white world outside. From here, it's outside and into the world. All sorts of snow activities are explored, each one familiar to most readers. There's a sense of wonder, of fun and humor, and even family and a respect for natures throughout the read.

The text flows very well and is fitting as a read-aloud for the intended age group. Readers, who are fairly sure of their words, can also hit this one on their own without too many issues. It does a lovely job at combining fun situations in the words with an enjoyable atmosphere thanks to the style. Anyone who enjoys spending time in the snow will smile, at least, a couple times. 

The illustrations allow each scene to bring across the activities and lovely landscape. The family scenes offer warmth and a little, silly situation humor to keep the tone light and fun. 

It's a atmospheric read which invites to playing in the snow outdoors and enjoying the moments with family...or simply getting lost in fun in the snow.

And here they are...

Laura Gehl is the author of One Big Pair of Underwear, Cat Has a Plan, Goat Wants to Eat, Pig Makes Art, Dog Can Hide, Cat Sees Snow, Frog Can Hop, Snow Is…, You’re the Sprinkles on My Ice Cream, and You’re the Pumpkin in My Pie. She lives with her husband and their four kids in Chevy Chase, Maryland. Visit her online at LauraGehl.com

Sonia Sánchez’s picture book, Here I Am, written by Patti Kim, received a starred review from Kirkus Reviews, who called her illustrations “beautiful, evocative” and raved, “Sánchez has captured a kaleidoscope of emotion and powerful sensations in a way children will grasp completely.” Her illustrations have been nominated for the prestigious Eisner Award in the category of Best Painter. Sonia lives with her husband and a cat in Barcelona, Spain.