The First Day of Winter
Told in a rhythm reminiscent of The Twelve Days of Christmas, a snowman’s tale begins, On the first day of winter my best friend gave to me…a red cap with a gold snap. The benefactor continues to deck out the snowman with two bright blue mittens for his stick hands; five birdseed pockets; nine big black buttons for his eyes, nose, and front; and, finally, 10 salty peanuts for his wintry toes.
As in the holiday song, each time a new item is introduced, the story counts back to the first gift. Fleming captures the tranquility and light of snowy days with her unique artistic style. Her paper-pulp and stencil illustrations depict a winter wonderland in which vibrant striped scarves, blue mittens, and red hats provide the color in a white, uncluttered landscape. (more…)
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September 6th, 2009 at 2:15 am
5.0 out of 5 stars
Winter Story for Toddlers
“This charming tale will have young readers counting along as a boy builds a snowman with lots of personality – plus accessories!