The Snowy Day

The Snowy Day

by Ezra Jack Keats
The Snowy Day

The Snowy Day

by Ezra Jack Keats

Board Book

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There are few stories as recognizable and influential as Ezra Jack Keats’ The Snowy Day. Peter’s adventure into the snow-swept city captures the attention and wonderment of readers at any age. It’s a must-have for any and every bookcase and a story you’ll enjoy sharing for years to come.

The year 2012 marks the 50th anniversary of the publication of "The Snowy Day, " Keats' most recognized and beloved book. Now young readers can enjoy this Caldecott winner as a full-sized board book. Full color.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780670013258
Publisher: Penguin Young Readers Group
Publication date: 10/11/2012
Pages: 32
Sales rank: 119,760
Product dimensions: 9.20(w) x 10.70(h) x 1.70(d)
Lexile: AD500L (what's this?)
Age Range: 3 - 5 Years

About the Author

About The Author
Ezra Jack Keats (1916–1983) is the Caldecott Medal winning author of The Snowy Day, which broke ground in 1962 as one of the first picture books for young children to portray a realistic, multi-cultural urban setting. Since its initial publication, The Snowy Day has come to be regarded as both a children’s classic and one of the most important picture books ever written/illustrated. Ezra Jack Keats’ legacy lives on in the popularity of his most famous character, Peter—the star of The Snowy Day, Whistle for Willie, Peter's Chair, A Letter to Amy, Goggles, and others. Visit the Ezra Jack Keats Foundation online at www.ezra-jack-keats.org

Date of Birth:

March 11, 1916

Date of Death:

May 6, 1983

Place of Birth:

Brooklyn, New York

Place of Death:

New York, New York

Education:

Thomas Jefferson High School, New York City
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