MILLIONS OF SNOWFLAKES

by Mary McKenna Siddals ‧ RELEASE DATE: Sept. 21, 1998

Siddals (Tell Me a Season, 1997) again looks to nature for inspiration in her tale of seasonal delight. This simple counting story celebrates a child's wonderment at the marvel of a snowfall. ""Two little snowflakes get in my eyes./Blink! Blink! What a surprise!"" Beginning with one lone flake falling on a child's nose, the gentle verse explores the various destinations of one, two, and more snowflakes, from nose to tongue, chin, and hand. ""Millions of snowflakes in my hair./Snowflakes falling everywhere!"" Moving from the first depiction of a solitary snowflake and gradually enlarging the focus to encompass the final full-page blizzard, Sayles's pastel illustrations deftly capture the essence of a child's pleasure in snow. Using delicate hues and softly drawn images, she recreates the quietude of a world blanketed in white. A sparkling salute to the frosty season.

Pub Date: Sept. 21, 1998

ISBN: N/A

Page Count: 25

Publisher: Clarion

Review Posted Online: N/A

Kirkus Reviews Issue: Aug. 1, 1998

Categories: CHILDREN'S