Since its initial publication, it has come to be regarded as both a children’s classic and one of the most important picture books ever written/illustrated. The quiet fun and sweetness of Peter’s small adventures in the deep, deep snow is perfect for reading together on a cozy winter day.Įzra Jack Keats (1916–1983) is the Caldecott Medal winning author of The Snowy Day, which broke ground in 1962 as one of the first picture books for young children to portray a realistic, multi-cultural urban setting. The Snowy Day 50th Anniversary Edition by Ezra Jack Keats Hardcover, 48 pages purchase One morning many years ago, a little boy in Brooklyn named Peter woke up to an amazing sight: fresh snow. Universal in its appeal, this story beautifully depicts a child's wonder at a new world, and the hope of capturing and keeping that wonder forever. In 1962, a little boy named Peter put on his snowsuit and stepped out of his house and into the hearts of millions of readers. This celebrated classic has been shared by generations of readers and listeners, a must-have for every child’s bookshelf.

Perhaps the busyness of daily life in the 21st century makes us appreciate Peter even more-a kid who has the luxury of a whole day to just be outside, surrounded by snow that’s begging to be enjoyed.” -The Atlantic 'Ezra Jack Keats's classic The Snowy Day, winner of the 1963 Caldecott Medal, pays homage to the wonder and pure pleasure a child experiences when the world is blanketed in snow.The magic and wonder of winter’s first snowfall is perfectly captured in Ezra Jack Keat’s Caldecott Medal-winning picture book. Written for the under-five audience, his early stories focus on learning new thingshow to whistle, outwit a tougher kid, or cope with emotion. (This book is also available in Spanish, as Un dia de nieve.) Praise for The Snowy Day: “Keats made Peter’s world so inviting that it beckons us. Ezra Jack Keats wrote The Snowy Day, one of the first picture books in which the central character is a minority child. Ezra Jack Keats was also the creator of such classics as Goggles, A Letter to Amy, Pet Show!, Peter’s Chair, and A Whistle for Willie.

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New York Public Library's #1 book on the list of “Top Check Outs of All Time” In 1962, a little boy named Peter put on his snowsuit and stepped out of his house and into the hearts of millions of readers. This celebrated classic has been shared by generations of readers and listeners, a must-have for every child’s bookshelf and a perfect gift for the holiday season. The magic and wonder of winter’s first snowfall is perfectly captured in Ezra Jack Keat’s Caldecott Medal-winning picture book.

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