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Synopsis
In this picture book for young readers, Ruthie wishes that for just one day she could go sledding instead of going to school, but the weather forecast is clear. Ruthie devises a snow dance to convince the skies. Soon she has the whole school doing it, with delightful results.
School Library Journal
K-Gr 3
Ruthie needs a break from school and longs for a snow day. She thinks that if rain dances bring showers, perhaps a snow dance will bring on a storm. She composes a little song and dance and begins her effort. She enlists her friends' help and convinces various adults to join in the dance. Her plan actually works, and the children and adults enjoy a relaxing day. Facklam's illustrations are bright and colorful, and the cartoon characters are slightly quirky. In the snowy scenes, the buildings look like ice-cream confections complete with cherries and marshmallows. Will Hubbell's Snow Day Dance (Albert Whitman, 2005) is similar, but more realistic in its approach and art.-Elaine Lesh Morgan, Multnomah County Library, Portland, OR