{"product_id":"first-snow-isbn-9780062189967","title":"First Snow","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFirst Snow\u003c\/em\u003e is the newest picture book from acclaimed Caldecott Honor–winning author-illustrator Peter McCarty, which extends the winning world of animal characters established in \u003cem\u003eChloe\u003c\/em\u003e, a Kids' Indie Next List Pick and \u003cem\u003eKirkus Reviews\u003c\/em\u003e Best Children's Book, and \u003cem\u003eHenry in Love\u003c\/em\u003e, a \u003cem\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/em\u003e Best Illustrated Book.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt's a day of firsts for Pedro . . . First snowfall. First snow angel. First taste of a snowflake. First sled run. First snowball fight!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAll the joy, magic, and wonder of a child's first experiences are captured in this breathtaking picture book.\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003eIt's a day of firsts for Pedro . . .\u003cbr\u003eFirst snowfall.\u003cbr\u003eFirst snow angel.\u003cbr\u003eFirst taste of a snowflake.\u003cbr\u003eFirst sled run.\u003cbr\u003eFirst snowball fight!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAll the joy, magic, and wonder of a child's first experiences are captured in this breathtaking picture book.\u003c\/p\u003e | \u003cp\u003e“Beautifully benign illustrations conjure powerful familial feelings.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eKirkus Reviews (starred review), about Chloe\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“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.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBooklist (starred review), about Chloe\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“Still bewitching, yet serious about her strong opinions, Chloe continues to stand out in a crowd.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly (starred review), about Chloe\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“The gentle, child-friendly artwork complements the story told with minimal text. The result is a calming bedtime story for family sharing.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal (starred review), about Chloe\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“This gentle, pitch-perfect romance will have readers’ hearts thumping with the thrill of first love.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly (starred review), about Henry in Love\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“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.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal (starred review), about Henry in Love\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“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.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“McCarty draws furry creatures that are all as still and stout as saltshakers, yet he gives each a subtle individuality that evokes unexpected emotion.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe New York Times Book Review\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“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.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal (starred review)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e“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.” - \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHorn Book Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clarion Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44888107090149,"sku":"NP9780062189967","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1842\/7735\/files\/9780062189967.jpg?v=1730228169","url":"https:\/\/k12savings.com\/products\/first-snow-isbn-9780062189967","provider":"K12savings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}