Theme: snow

Frost

By Book Importer | Published: December 5, 2011

After her boyfriend Jack conjures up a record-breaking snow storm, sixteen-year-old Kat LeBlanc finds herself facing an unusual rival in the form of an environmental researcher from Greenland who is drawn to their small town of Norse Falls, Minnesota, by the storm.

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Thomas’ Snowsuit

By Book Importer | Published: September 26, 2011

Thomas refuses to wear his new snowsuit despite the pleas of his mother, his teacher and even his principal. When everyone’s best efforts lead only to comedic chaos, they all agree it’s best to let Thomas suit himself.

Descriptors: Americas, Canada, Early Years (ages 2-6), Picture Book, Realistic Fiction » Other Themes: , » Leave a comment

First Snow, Magic Snow

By Book Importer | Published: June 27, 2011

A little girl made from the magical first snow lives with a lonely man and his wife through the winter, and when she disappears in the spring, the couple set out in search of her.

Descriptors: Europe, Folklore, Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9), Russia » Other Themes: , , , » Leave a comment

The Snow Dog’s Journey

By Book Importer | Published: June 9, 2011

Anna builds a dog of snow, which the Frost King admires and takes away with him, but when Anna’s love and faith eventually reunite her with Snow Dog, they each get their fondest wish.

Descriptors: Early Years (ages 2-6), Fantasy, Picture Book, Primary (ages 6-9), Scandinavia » Other Themes: , , , , , » Leave a comment

The Snow Queen

By Book Importer | Published: June 9, 2011

The strength of a little girl’s love enables her to overcome many obstacles and free a boy from the Snow Queen’s spell.

Descriptors: Denmark, Europe, Fantasy, Intermediate (ages 9-14), Picture Book » Other Themes: , , , , , , , » Leave a comment

Penguin Pete and Little Tim

By Book Importer | Published: June 9, 2011

Penguin Pete is a proud father, and he can’t wait to show his son Tim the wonders of their chilly world. When Little Tim gets lost during a snowstorm, he’s not worried much–he knows his father will always save the day.

Descriptors: Early Years (ages 2-6), Europe, Fantasy, Picture Book, Switzerland » Other Themes: , » Leave a comment

Good Luck, Anna Hibiscus!

By Book Importer | Published: February 10, 2011

Anna Hibiscus lives in Africa. Amazing Africa. She cant wait to fly across the world and visit her Granny in Canada. But can she find warm clothes for the cold weather? And will her family even miss her?

Descriptors: Africa, Nigeria, Primary (ages 6-9), Realistic Fiction » Other Themes: , , , , , » Leave a comment

Millie in the Snow

By Book Importer | Published: October 1, 2009

Millie’™s new job as a mail cow keeps her very busy. Christmastime is especially hectic, and she can barely wait for the milking to be done before she’™s out delivering presents. On Christmas Eve, at the end of a long day, the mail carrier sends Millie home with all the presents she’s made for the [...]

Descriptors: Early Years (ages 2-6), Fantasy, Germany, Picture Book » Other Themes: , , , » Leave a comment

The Snow Day

By Book Importer | Published: October 1, 2009

A little rabbit enjoys having a day off from kindergarten and spending time with his mother during a snowstorm, but his father’s flight home is cancelled until the snow stops falling.

Descriptors: Early Years (ages 2-6), Fantasy, Japan, Picture Book » Other Themes: , , , , » Leave a comment

Polo and the Dragon

By Book Importer | Published: October 1, 2009

Polo’s life is never boring. A sea voyage under snowy skies leads Polo to open a magical door and find a new fire-breathing friend.

Descriptors: Early Years (ages 2-6), Fantasy, France, Picture Book » Other Themes: , , , , » Leave a comment