Synopsis
Simple text describes snow, its characteristics, how it is formed, and what it does for the Earth.
Kristin Harris - Children's Literature
Snow falls from the clouds when it is cold outside. Snow is a drop of water that turns into ice in the air. When it snows and there are high winds, it is a storm. Snow acts like a blanket to keep plants and animals safe and warm during the winter. When snow melts, it drains into rivers and streams. It is fun to play in the snow. This Level One reader is part of the "Wonder Books" series designed to help young children learn to read while reading to learn. This is part of a new emphasis on nonfiction material in all levels of reading development. The text is very large and each page contains no more than two sentences, most pages just have one. A photograph illustrates each page of text. The photographs range from very straightforward to more offbeat. Children are included in many of the photographs; however, the image quality is not consistent. Many of the photographs are adequate, but not exceptional. A glossary of new words is included. 2003, The Child's World, Ages 4 to 7.