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Jan Brett's Snowy Treasury

by Jan Brett
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Overview

Four of Jan Brett's bestsellers together in a gorgeous treasury.

Jan Brett's fans count her 'snowy' books set in irresistible winter landscapes among their favorites. Now they can own a beautiful edition containing four of her bestselling titles: Gingerbread Baby, The Mitten, The Hat and The Three Snow Bears, set in Switzerland, the Ukraine, Denmark and the Arctic, respectively. Memorable characters, such as the mischievous Gingerbread Baby, the woodland animals in Nicki's white mitten, Hedgie and the farm animals, and the three polar bears and an Inuit 'Goldilocks,' star in picture books perfect for sharing and reading aloud. A beautiful gift for the holidays and beyond.

Synopsis

Four of Jan Brett's bestsellers together in a gorgeous treasury.

Jan Brett's fans count her “snowy” books set in irresistible winter landscapes among their favorites. Now they can own a beautiful edition containing four of her bestselling titles: Gingerbread Baby, The Mitten, The Hat and The Three Snow Bears, set in Switzerland, the Ukraine, Denmark and the Arctic, respectively. Memorable characters, such as the mischievous Gingerbread Baby, the woodland animals in Nicki's white mitten, Hedgie and the farm animals, and the three polar bears and an Inuit “Goldilocks,” star in picture books perfect for sharing and reading aloud. A beautiful gift for the holidays and beyond.

Children's Literature

Snuggle up with a cup of hot cocoa and enjoy Brett's treasury of four, delightful tales that are together one collection. Join in the merry chase as the mischievous Gingerbread Baby runs through the Swiss village and into the woods for a surprise. Next, find out what happens to Nicki's lost, white mitten while he plays in the snow all day. Then, see how Hedgie the hedgehog accidently begins a new fashion trend for the animals on the farm. Lastly, discover who visits the igloo of the snow bears as they are out for a walk. Each of these wintery stories has its unique twist on a familiar folktale. The beautiful, detailed illustrations are attractive, colorful, and bright. The borders around the illustrations are intricate and also hold a subplot that adds information to the main story. The author's note at the front of the collection reveals her inspiration for the stories. Enter the snowy settings of this treasury again and again. Reviewer: Carrie Hane Hung

About the Author, Jan Brett

Jan Brett lives in Norwell, Massachusetts. Her most recent book, The Three Snow Bears, was a New York Times #1 bestseller.

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Children's Literature - Carrie Hane Hung

Snuggle up with a cup of hot cocoa and enjoy Brett's treasury of four, delightful tales that are together one collection. Join in the merry chase as the mischievous Gingerbread Baby runs through the Swiss village and into the woods for a surprise. Next, find out what happens to Nicki's lost, white mitten while he plays in the snow all day. Then, see how Hedgie the hedgehog accidently begins a new fashion trend for the animals on the farm. Lastly, discover who visits the igloo of the snow bears as they are out for a walk. Each of these wintery stories has its unique twist on a familiar folktale. The beautiful, detailed illustrations are attractive, colorful, and bright. The borders around the illustrations are intricate and also hold a subplot that adds information to the main story. The author's note at the front of the collection reveals her inspiration for the stories. Enter the snowy settings of this treasury again and again. Reviewer: Carrie Hane Hung

Book Details

Published
October 1, 2009
Publisher
Penguin Group (USA)
Pages
144
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9780399254017

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