The First Snowfall

by Anne Rockwell, Harlow Rockwell (Illustrator)

Snow falls and falls all through the night. And when morning comes, it's time for fun! Watch the snowplows sweep the streets. Shovel walkways throught he snow. Build a snowman! Sled! Ski! There are so many wonderful things to do in this magical snow-covered world!

Genres: Picture Books, Storytime, Childrens, Family

24 pages, Paperback

First published October 31, 1992

Reviews

[midnightfaerie · Rating 3 out of 5]

A book my 5 yr old as well as my twin 3 yr olds loved. A solid reading level 1 book, this cute story keeps all ages engaged with the bright colorful pictures and cute story. A great addition to any children's library.

[Marissa Ellis · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book is relatable for students as it follows a little girl through the events of the first snowy day in the winter. It would be a good text for students to model a writing piece after.

Guided Reading: E
Lexile: 290

[Mikki · Rating 3 out of 5]

The account of a snow day.

[Lynn Davidson · Rating 4 out of 5]

After the first snowfall, a little girl enjoys various ways to have fun being out in the snow. Easy reading, with bright, cheery illustrations.

[Colorado Buck · Rating 4 out of 5]

not too many words, explanatory. liked it.

[David · Rating 4 out of 5]

The First Snowfall by Anne F. Rockwell is a simple story about a little girl's experiences in the first big snowfall of the year.

The simple text features a large font. The winter clothing the girl wears is listed, along with her activities, such as shoveling snow, making a snowman, brushing snow off the car, getting a sled, skis and poles, sledding and skiing at the park, drinking hot cocoa and playing in the snow.

Rockwell's illustrations are rendered in pencil and watercolor, and depict winter fun. My favorite illustrations include the cover, a nightime snowfall, winter clothing, snowman building, sled and skies, the park, drinking cocoa and the last image.

This simple story should work well for toddlers and preschoolers. The images of children and winter items are clear and appealing. This could work as a beginning reader too. I liked the cardinals that appeared in some pictures. Recommended for school and public library collections.

For ages 1.5 to 5, winter, seasons, snow, and fans of Anne and Harlow Rockwell.

[Emily Augustus --Louisville KY · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love to read this book to my students around the first snowfall. It does a good job of describing what you need to do when it snows (shovel and brush off the car, etc) as well as discusses various winter vocabulary.

[Heather Jo · Rating 3 out of 5]

megan fall reading 2017, megan fall winter reading 2011, children's book, prek, kindergarten, toddler book, snow,

[Bree · Rating 3 out of 5]

Notes:
best for age 2-3
boy explores his yard in winter
shows winter activities and gear
simple illustrations
engaging and timeless
Rockwell has three other seasonal books like this

[Alyson (Kid Lit Frenzy) · Rating 3 out of 5]

I believe this is a re-issue of the original book because I noticed that the original pub date is 1992 and I seriously remember reading it to one of my first classes.

[Jason · Rating 3 out of 5]

Admittedly, it's not the best time of year for me to be reading this, though.

[The Book Box]

Mama read this to me tonight in preparation for her storytime tomorrow.