Snow Angels

PreS-Gr 2—Two young girls become stuck on their backs in the snow. As a joke, they call on snow angels for help, and they come to the rescue. When the two friends say thank you, one angel replies: "You are very welcome….We are glad you asked for help….We are always willing and ready to assist." The girls decide that they can make a difference in people's lives by becoming "snow angels," too, and throughout the day, they perform good deeds. In each instance, the girls are accompanied by angels that only they can see. They find that they like to be of help and decide to be "angels" throughout the year. Dorman's colorful, digitally created artwork stretches across the spreads, adding to the appeal of this offering. A nice touch are the illustrations of angel impressions in the snow, in new spring grass, on a sandy beach, and among autumn leaves, signifying the presence of angels all year round. Children will enjoy the challenge of finding the little bird that is somewhere in the pictures. A recipe for soft snow-angel sugar cookies is included. A feel good, message-driven picture book.—Mary N. Oluonye, Shaker Heights Public Library, OH