Working at the intersection of nature, literature, and culture, Melina Mangal's writing highlights youth whose voices are rarely heard, and the people and places that inspire them to explore their world. Her books from Free Spirit include Jayden's Impossible Garden, Jayden's Secret Ingredient, and the Outside Our Window Board Books series. She is also the author of short stories and biographies for youth, including The Vast Wonder of the World: Biologist Ernest Everett Just. She won the Carter G. Woodson Book Award and was named an NCSS/CBC Notable Social Studies Trade Book for Young People. Melina also works as a school library teacher in Minnesota and enjoys spending time outdoors with her family, whether it's in her backyard or hiking in the woods. Stella Lim is a Korean illustrator based in Seoul. She studied fine art at the Seoul Women's University and illustration at Kingston University in London. She draws inspiration from her childhood in rural South Korea, and likes to bring something new to each project she works on.
Description
Join cousins Kamali and Josiah in exploring how the world outside is transformed by snow In Snow Sparkles, two young children play on a beautiful wintry day. Their city neighborhood is quiet under the blanket of snow as they explore animal tracks and deep drifts. Guided by their curiosity, cousins Kamali and Josiah notice that every snowflake is different, each sparkling in its own unique way. From making snow angels to soaring down a hill on sleds, there are so many fun things to do in wintertime! Snow Sparkles: Encourages children to explore the beauty of the natural world-no matter where they live Celebrates diverse communities and the many ways people flourish Sparks conversations about uniqueness, individuality, and community Includes discussion ideas and activities to help children learn more about nature and their own senses This book is part of the Outside Our Window Board Books series, which encourages children-especially those in urban environments-to explore, protect, and delight in nature. Each book in the series focuses on one feature of the natural world, one sense, and one communication or relationship skill. The books emphasize community and encourage children and families to explore the natural world around them.