Module #2 Caldecott/Picture Books

Title: The Big Snow

Citation:

Hader, B.,  &  Hader, E. (1948).  The big snow. New York, NY: MacMillan Publishing
        Co., Inc.

Summary:

The Caldecott award winner walks the reader through preparations made by woodland animals in anticipation of winter.  When more snow than anticipated falls the animals are fed by an older, animal loving couple. The book includes many beautiful color and pencil illustrations.

Review:

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Impressions:

I thoroughly enjoyed this book! I live in the woods of Montana and know of all of these animals. It’s a great way to introduce kids to animals. The illustrations are beautiful. I especially love the black and white sketches for the amazing details.

Suggested Use(s):

1.     This would make a great read before doing a science unit on animals. Students could choose an animal from the book to report about.

2.     Discuss what, if any, preparations the students make in anticipation of winter.

3.     Make simple bird feeders by spreading pinecones with peanut butter and rolling them in bird seeds.

Additional Information:

Awards: 1949 Caldecott Medal Winner

Interest Level: K-3

Reading Level: 3.2

AR Reading Level: 4.3

AR Interest Level: LG

Lexile Measure: 710