When her pen pal from the tropics asks what snow is like, a Canadian child writes a letter and tries to describe it so that someone who has never seen snow can imagine it.
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"Fitch's poetry is full of dazzling images . . ."
"Children will recognize the similarities and connections between themselves and others and the differences that make each child and every culture unique."
"Award-winning oil painter Janet Wilson brings the text to life with brilliantly coloured snapshots of childhood winters." ." . . this book has a cozy, cuddle-on-the-couch quality."
"The lyrical text . . . conjures up nostalgic sensual images of snowflakes." "Most scenes are alive with actionespecially the tobogganers who almost zoom off the page straight into your lap."
Sheree Fitch has won almost every major award for Canadian children's literature including the 1992 Mr. Christie Award for Best Canadian Children's Book for There Were Monkeys in my Kitchen and the Vicky Metcalf Award for a Body of Work Inspirational to Canadian Children. Sheree has published over 25 titles for children and adults, and has read her work to audiences worldwide. She lives in Nova Scotia, Canada. For more information, visit www.shereefitch.com.
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Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Hardback. Condition: Very Good. Wilson, Janet (illustrator). Seller Inventory # 00097780325
Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Hardback. Condition: Good. Wilson, Janet (illustrator). Seller Inventory # 00095413067
Seller: Zoom Books East, Glendale Heights, IL, U.S.A.
Condition: good. Wilson, Janet (illustrator). Book is in good condition and may include underlining highlighting and minimal wear. The book can also include "From the library of" labels. May not contain miscellaneous items toys, dvds, etc. . We offer 100% money back guarantee and 24 7 customer service. Seller Inventory # ZEV.1551432064.G
Seller: ZBK Books, Carlstadt, NJ, U.S.A.
Condition: very_good. Wilson, Janet (illustrator). Fast & Free Shipping â" Very Good condition book with a firm cover and clean pages. Shows normal use and some light wear or limited notes markings. A solid, nice copy to enjoy. Seller Inventory # ZWV.1551432064.VG
Seller: World of Books Inc, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Hardback. Condition: Very Good. Wilson, Janet (illustrator). Seller Inventory # CIN1551432064VG
Seller: World of Books Inc, Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
Hardback. Condition: Good. Wilson, Janet (illustrator). Seller Inventory # CIN1551432064G
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Condition: Very Good. Wilson, Janet (illustrator). Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 13751666-6
Seller: Better World Books, Mishawaka, IN, U.S.A.
Condition: Good. Wilson, Janet (illustrator). Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # 2072011-6
Seller: ThriftBooks-Dallas, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Wilson, Janet (illustrator). Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G1551432064I4N10
Seller: ThriftBooks-Atlanta, AUSTELL, GA, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Wilson, Janet (illustrator). Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less. Seller Inventory # G1551432064I4N10