by Jeanne Birdsall
illustrated by Matt Phelan

Oh, the joys of having a little brother! In Flora's Very Windy Day the first picture book from The Penderwicks author Jeanne Birdsall, Flora has just about had enough of being a big sister after Crispin spills her paints. When the pair are sent outside, the wind might present the perfect opportunity to blow Crispin away, until the last moment when Flora joins him on a rather windy adventure. Kids will love following Flora and Crispin as the wind blows them on a high-flying adventure where they meet a dragonfly, an eagle, a friendly rainbow, the man in the moon and more before the wind agree to help them. Will Flora blow back home without Crispin, or maybe just realize how important big sisters are for their little brothers?

In this Issue

• Windy Day Painting
• Pinterest Picks: Wind
• Almond Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies

by Ezra Jack Keats

Few things are more magical to children (both young and old) than waking up to find the world outside your door has been transformed into a winter wonderland. Join Peter as he dons his red snowsuit as he experiences a full day of chilly adventures in the 1963 Caldecott Medal winner, The Snowy Day.

Celebrating its 50 year anniversary, The Snowy Day continues to be a favorite of readers of all ages not only for its endearing story but also for its engaging illustrations featuring cut-outs, watercolors, and collage. Don’t miss this book and the opportunity to share a most enjoyable day in the snow with Peter. 

About the Author

The Snowy Day has a fascinating history, thanks to the author, Ezra Jack Keats. Read about Ezra, his amazing career, and the real boy who inspired Peter in the biographyon his website. 

In this Issue

• An all-time classic: create a blizzard of Epsom Salt Snow Scenes.
• Make any drawing look like a winter wonderland with Coffee Filter Snowflakes.
• No snow where you live? Your reader will love to prove that no two 'snowflakes' are alike after completing our Epsom Salt Investigation.
• Act like Peter in our Snowy Day Creative Movement.
• Warm yourself on even the chilliest day with a Snowflake Quesadillas and Hot Vanilla.