The Snowy Day Paperback – Picture Book, October 28, 1976

Description: The Snowy Day Paperback – Picture Book, October 28, 1976 by Ezra Jack Keats (Author)- LIKE NEW "The Snowy Day" is a beloved children's picture book written and illustrated by Ezra Jack Keats. It was first published in 1962 and has since become a classic in children's literature. The book tells the story of a young boy named Peter who wakes up to find his city neighborhood covered in snow. He spends the day exploring and playing in the snow, making snow angels, and even trying to save a snowball for later. The story is notable for being one of the first children's books to feature an African American protagonist, and it has been celebrated for its simple yet beautiful illustrations and timeless story. The magic and wonder of winter’s first snowfall is perfectly captured in Ezra Jack Keat’s Caldecott Medal-winning picture book. 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. 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. 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. 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. 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. (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. 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."—Publisher's Weekly Ezra Jack Keats (Author)Ezra Jack Keats was an American author and illustrator of children's books, best known for his picture book "The Snowy Day". He was born on March 11, 1916, in Brooklyn, New York City, and grew up in poverty during the Great Depression. Keats began his career as a comic book illustrator and then became a children's book illustrator. He is known for his use of collage and mixed media in his illustrations, and for featuring children of color in his books at a time when they were rarely depicted in children's literature. Keats wrote and illustrated over 20 books during his career and won numerous awards for his work, including the Caldecott Medal for "The Snowy Day" in 1963. He passed away on May 6, 1983.

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