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Stories in the Spotlight - The Snowy Day and Other Stories

Get ready for Starlight Theatre’s The Snowy Day and Other Stories with books that celebrate the magic of winter and the everyday adventures of childhood. This collection includes snowy stories, playful tales of friendship and imagination, and nonfiction books that explore the science and wonder of snow. Young readers can revisit the beloved stories of Ezra Jack Keats while discovering new characters, snowy landscapes, and winter adventures. From a first snowfall to a mysterious winter hotel, these books invite children and families to read, imagine, explore, and enjoy the season together.

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  • Peter wakes up to discover his neighborhood transformed by a blanket of snow. As he makes snow angels, builds a snowman, and explores the winter world around him, he discovers the simple magic of a snowy day.
    Book plus Audio, 2020Solon, Ohio : Findaway World, LLC., [2020] — J DIGIBOOK EASY KEATS
  • A young boy and girl eagerly wait for snow while the grown-ups insist that it isn't coming. This beautifully illustrated story captures the anticipation and wonder of watching the first snowflakes fall.
    Book, 1998New York : Farrar Straus Giroux, c1998. — J PICTURE SHULEVITZ URI
  • A brother and sister experience all the fun that winter has to offer, from snowball fights to sledding. Bright, playful illustrations celebrate the joy of getting outside and making the most of a snowy day.
    Book, 2013New York : Disney/Hyperion Books, [2013] — J EASY NEUBECKE
  • Little Owl has never seen snow before, and he is determined to stay awake long enough to experience it. This cozy story celebrates curiosity, discovery, and the excitement of experiencing something for the first time.
    Book, 2018New York, New York : Viking, 2018. — J EASY SRINIVASA
  • Peter desperately wants to learn how to whistle so he can call his dog, Willie. His determination and imaginative play make this a sweet story about growing independence and mastering something new.
    Book, 1964New York : Viking Press, 1964. — J EASY KEATS
  • Peter and his friend Archie find a pair of motorcycle goggles and turn them into the centerpiece of an exciting adventure. The story celebrates friendship, resourcefulness, and the imaginative way children can transform ordinary objects into…
    eAudiobook, 2005Norwalk : Weston Woods Studios, 2005. — E-AUDIOBOOK (OVERDRIVE)
  • Peter wants to invite his friend Amy to his birthday party but worries that the invitation will spoil his surprise. This warm story explores friendship, anticipation, and the sometimes complicated feelings that come with growing up.
    Book, 1998New York : Viking, 1998. — E KEA 1998
  • A young girl and her grandfather share the simple pleasure of a snowy day together. Gentle language and illustrations capture the quiet beauty of winter and the special memories made with someone you love.
    Book, 2008Orlando, Fla. : Harcourt, c2008. — J EASY RYLANT
  • Have you ever wondered what snowmen do after everyone goes to bed? This playful story imagines snowmen coming to life at night to sled, play, and enjoy their own snowy adventures.
    Book, 2002New York : Phyllis Fogelman Books, 2002. — J EASY BUEHNER
  • Hedgie the hedgehog wants to experience winter instead of sleeping through it. His snowy adventure is filled with beautiful illustrations and the excitement of discovering a season he has never experienced before.
    Book, 2018New York, NY : G.P. Putnam's Sons, [2018] — J EASY BRETT
  • On a cold winter night, a young girl joins her father on a quiet search for an owl. This Caldecott-winning story captures the beauty of a snowy nighttime adventure and the special bond between a parent and child.
    Book, 1987New York : Philomel Books, c1987. — J EASY YOLEN
  • A child and her father ski through a snowy forest while discovering the animals living beneath the snow. This engaging nonfiction picture book reveals the hidden world beneath the winter landscape.
    Book, 2011San Francisco : Chronicle Books, c2011. — J 591.43 M58O 2011
  • The Story of Snow

    the Science of Winter's Wonder

    Cassino, Mark
    How does snow form, and why does every snowflake look different? Photographs and kid-friendly explanations introduce young readers to the science behind one of winter's most magical sights.
    Book, 2009San Francisco : Chronicle Books, c2009. — J 551.57 C34S
  • This accessible nonfiction book explains how snow forms, falls, and changes the world around us. It's a great choice for children who want to understand the science behind the snowy world they see outside.
    Book, 2000New York : HarperCollinsPublishers, c2000. — J 551.5 B82S 2000
  • Wilson Bentley was fascinated by snowflakes and spent his life photographing their incredible patterns. His story encourages children to observe the natural world closely and reminds us that curiosity can lead to remarkable discoveries.
    Book, 1998Boston : Houghton Mifflin, 1998. — J BIO BENTLEY W
  • Elizabeth is sent to spend the winter at a mysterious hotel filled with puzzles, secret passageways, magic, and an enormous library. This atmospheric middle-grade adventure combines a snowy setting with mystery, friendship, and plenty of imagination.
    eAudiobook, 2018[New York, NY] : Macmillan Audio, 2018. — E-AUDIOBOOK (OVERDRIVE)
  • Four siblings discover the magical land of Narnia, where a wicked witch has trapped the kingdom in an endless winter. This classic fantasy is filled with adventure, courage, friendship, and the hope of spring.
    Book, 1994New York : Scholastic, 1994, (1995 printing). — J FICTION LEWIS CS
  • After a robot named Roz becomes stranded on a remote island, she learns to survive by observing nature and forming relationships with the animals around her. This imaginative story explores friendship, curiosity, adaptability, and finding your place…
    Book, 2016New York ; Boston : Little, Brown and Company, 2016. — J FICTION BROWN PETER
  • Ralph the mouse longs for adventure and gets his chance when he discovers a toy motorcycle belonging to a young boy. Like Peter's adventures in The Snowy Day, the story shows how ordinary objects can become extraordinary through a child's…
    Book, 2006New York : HarperCollins, 2006. — J FICTION CLEARY BEVERLY
  • Ivan is a gorilla living in a shopping mall who finds friendship and hope through his relationships with the people and animals around him. This moving story encourages readers to think about empathy, friendship, and seeing the world from someone…
    Book, 2017New York, NY : Harper, An Imprint of HarperCollins Publishers, 2017. — J FICTION APPLEGATE