First Snow

First Snow is the newest picture book from acclaimed Caldecott Honor–winning author-illustrator Peter McCarty, which extends the winning world of animal characters established in Chloe, a Kids' Indie Next List Pick and Kirkus Reviews Best Children's Book, and Henry in Love, a New York Times Best Illustrated Book.

It's a day of firsts for Pedro . . . First snowfall. First snow angel. First taste of a snowflake. First sled run. First snowball fight!

All the joy, magic, and wonder of a child's first experiences are captured in this breathtaking picture book.

It's a day of firsts for Pedro . . .
First snowfall.
First snow angel.
First taste of a snowflake.
First sled run.
First snowball fight!

All the joy, magic, and wonder of a child's first experiences are captured in this breathtaking picture book.

“Beautifully benign illustrations conjure powerful familial feelings.” - Kirkus Reviews (starred review), about Chloe

“What elevates this is McCarty’s fabulous art, which brings the idea of a really big family delightfully to life. A warm and wonderful treat that’s great for family story hours.” - Booklist (starred review), about Chloe

“Still bewitching, yet serious about her strong opinions, Chloe continues to stand out in a crowd.” - Publishers Weekly (starred review), about Chloe

“The gentle, child-friendly artwork complements the story told with minimal text. The result is a calming bedtime story for family sharing.” - School Library Journal (starred review), about Chloe

“This gentle, pitch-perfect romance will have readers’ hearts thumping with the thrill of first love.” - Publishers Weekly (starred review), about Henry in Love

“All is fair in love and kindergarten. The exquisite cream-colored pages bring richness to the presentation that makes readers want to turn each page. This beautiful book should appeal to the little ones who have a special someone in their lives but dare not say a word about it.” - School Library Journal (starred review), about Henry in Love

“McCarty’s characteristic, ever-so-delicate shading gives the faces of his roly-poly creatures substance and softness. His sly, Dick-and-Jane prose (”It is cold,” Pedro keeps saying) makes this a rewarding readaloud.” - Publishers Weekly (starred review)

“McCarty draws furry creatures that are all as still and stout as saltshakers, yet he gives each a subtle individuality that evokes unexpected emotion.” - The New York Times Book Review

“A message emphasizing the importance of trying new things is unobtrusively folded in, but most of all, readers will come away with a genuine sense of fun and the joy of family and friends. A delightful winter excursion.” - School Library Journal (starred review)

“Adorable animal characters face outward in theatrical tableaux set against generous white space. The muted pastel watercolors and fine-lined ink textures emphasize the open, easy feel of the narrative, while outfits with varying colors and patterns allow readers to exercise their pre-literacy skills to distinguish among the large cast.” - Horn Book Magazine