Snow was predicted for this weekend, and we are blanketed in a couple inches of the white stuff. While there isn't a ton of snow- there is enough to have some fun. My little sister, Margo, has been waiting for the world to turn white and she has been obsessed with all books involving winter and all it entails. A new favorite story is The Snowball Fight by Beth Ferry and Tom Lichtenheld (authors of Stick and Stone). Honestly- it's the perfect book for a snowy day.
The story has a nice flow, and the shorter texts and style of illustrations go perfectly together. Two children are waiting for a snow day, and it comes. I could relate to their excitement and so could Margo. But what will they do with themselves to pass the time? A snowball fight, of course! Margo loved watching them prepare and seeing their forts was inspiring. We don't have quite enough snow for snow forts, but there is enough for other exciting activities.
I love the way the illustrations are done because they really help tell the story with the text. The kids in the story have a blast pelting each other with their snowballs, and just reading this book makes you want to get out and play!
After we play in the snow our parents always make us some hot chocolate. It's one of my favorite parts of a snowy day. I love how looking at this illustration gives readers other ideas for what to do out in the snow. Margo and I spent a lot of the day outside. We made snow angels, threw snowballs, and even made a tiny snow person. It was chilly, but we have been waiting for this, and we soaked it all in.
It looks like the snow will stay around for a few days. Margo is already telling me, "Let's throw more snow", and I know what we will be doing tomorrow when I get home from school. I am sure we will also be reading this new favorite another few times before we return it to the library!
Has anyone else read The Snowball Fight? Or have you read another book written by Beth Ferry or illustrated by Tom Lichtenheld? We'd love to hear your thoughts!
Happy reading!
~F
Happy reading!
~F
Hi F and Margo - you 'go' enjoy yourselves out in that white stuff and then guzzle down the hot chocolate - looks fun - just plain grey here ... cheers Hilary
ReplyDeleteHilary- Thanks! Hot chocolate in the chilly months always makes me smile. :)
DeleteThis sounds like a great story for the start of winter. We already have snow and bitter cold. I'm looking forward to the temperatures getting into the high 30's later this week.
ReplyDeleteNatalie- It is a cute one for winter for sure. I look forward to it getting up into the 30s here too! Stay warm!
DeleteThis sounds a lovely story and perfect for the time of year :)
ReplyDeleteAll the best Jan
Jan- It really is perfect for the season!
DeleteI just saw this book on my library's site and put a hold on it! I look forward to reading it. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteBooks4Learning- I hope you enjoy it too!
DeleteI miss having snow to play in. This sounds great for this time of year.
ReplyDeleteMary- Snow is fun to play in for sure! Definitely no snow to play in where you are! :)
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