How Mama Brought the Spring
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Picture Book · Ages 5–+ · 2008 · Est. 13 min read-aloud

How Mama Brought the Spring

Written by Fran Manushkin · Illustrated by Holly Berry

A magical kitchen tale brings warmth to a wintry day.

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32 pages· 1,570 words· Est. 13 min read-aloud
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On a frosty morning, Rosy learns of Grandma Beatrice's kitchen magic that could summon spring in icy Minsk. As Rosy and Mama mix batter and sing, they create warmth and wonder. What secret does the kitchen hold? With Papa joining from the cold, the family shares a special treat, hinting at the magic of tradition and love. Discover the cozy charm and culinary delight in this enchanting tale, complete with a recipe for blintzes.

From the publisher

One wintry morning, Mama tells Rosy a wondrous story about her own mama, Grandma Beatrice, who could bring spring to cold, cold Minsk by making magic in the kitchen. Together, mother and daughter mix batter and sing a song. Then the batter goes into the pan?pour, “ swirl, swizzle, FLIP!” Soon Papa comes in from the cold and the family shares a special treat. (Hint: A recipe for blintzes is included!) In this delightfully cozy tale, Holly Berry’s stunning illustrations evoke charming folk traditions and the warm magic made in Mama’s kitchen.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
32
Words
1,570
Reading age
5–99+
Audience
Picture
Lexile
~459L
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
3.1
F&P level
~M
AR points
0.5
AR interest level
LG
AR quiz
120395
Publication
Published
February 1, 2008
First published
January 24, 2008
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780525420279

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