Snow Angel, Sand Angel

By Lois-Ann Yamanaka, Ashley Lukashevsky (Illustrator)

Can Claire find winter magic in Hawaii without snow?

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40 pages· 1,339 words· Est. 11 min read-aloud

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Bookroo's summary

Claire dreams of snow, but her Hawaiian home offers none. A trip to Mauna Kea leaves her yearning for a winter wonderland. As the new year approaches, Claire must discover if she can find winter's magic in her own unique way on the Big Island. Will she embrace the beauty around her or continue to chase an elusive dream? This story explores the richness of heritage and the wonders of nature, teaching children about Hawaii's environment and the importance of being eco-friendly.

From the publisher

A celebration of home, family, and finding beauty in your heritage, beautifully illustrated by the artist behind Anti-Racist Baby. Claire has been surrounded by the deep blue waves of Hapuna Beach and the magnificent mountains of Hawai’i all her life, but has never, ever seen snow. When her father drives her and her family to the top of the Mauna Kea, she can’t help but to be disappointed…it’s not the winter wonderland she’s always dreamed of. And that’s what she wants, more than anything. But as Claire edges ever closer to the new year, she wonders if maybe– just maybe–she can delight in the special joys of winter in her own way–right there, on her Big Island of Hawaii. Includes backmatter that captures the environmental culture of Hawaii, and will teach children not only about the local flora and fauna, but also the value of being environmentally friendly.

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