Snow

Shulevitz, U. (2004). Snow. Square Fish.

Summary:

In a grey town, a snowflake causes a bit of commotion as it is noticed by a child with a dog. They believed it would snow, but many others said it would not. Even the radio and television reported against the snow, but more began to fall. The city then turned white with all the snow as the boy with the dog predicted.

Simple text and illustrations that support comprehension. The lively watercolor illustrations help the reader visualize the city’s transformation after a snowy day. This book can be used to expose children to poetic text. This narration is relatable to worldwide audiences.

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