Picture Book · Ages 8–12 · 2012

When It Snows

Written by Richard Collingridge

A boy and his teddy defy snow, embarking on a magical adventure.

4.3/7 Bookroo expert·3.8/5 Goodreads · 255 ratings

32 pages· ~610L

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Bookroo's summary

A snowstorm can't stop a boy and his teddy bear from adventure. They journey through a winter wonderland, encountering polar bears, snowmen, and even Father Christmas. But is it all real, or just the magic of his favorite book? Discover the enchanting twist in this festive tale.

From the publisher

When everything grinds to a halt because of the snow, one small boy and his teddy bear refuse to allow the weather to spoil their fun. They embark on an amazing journey in which they ride a polar bear and meet huge snowmen, an ice queen, fairies, elves, a giant reindeer and Father Christmas. And at the very end of the story, in a wonderfully cosy and festive fireside scene, there’s a clever twist - he has simply become immersed in the magical scenes of his favourite book.

At a glance

Format: Paperback
Pages: 32
Reading age: 8–12
Audience: Picture
Lexile: ~610L

Themes & topics

Books about reading Books about imagination Books about snow Books about Christmas

What readers & critics say

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“I REALLY wanted to love this book because Lionheart (also written and illustrated by Richard Collingridge) is one of our family's absolute favorites. The illustrations are truly gorgeous and add depth to the sparse text, but unfortunately the story just doesn't make it all the way their for me, and despite being a HUGE proponent of reading the abrupt "because my favorite book takes me there" seems forced and moralizing set against the spreads of imagination we've just witnessed.”

Marmee

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