So I shouted,
"All the others will get there
first, Granddad!
DON'T FORGET ABOUT
THE SNOW!"
And Granddad said, "Don't
forget your hat!"
I love the pristine look of new-fallen snow ... before anyone (or any hare) manages to make tracks and change the beauty of it. We have so many hares in our neighborhood now that it is rare to actually see new-fallen snow without tracks at anytime. I miss the chance to be the first one to step into it. So, I totally understand the little boy's angst over his grandfather's complete lack of understanding for the need to rush and be first to walk in it.
Every peek out the door has him noticing the others who are out and making their marks in the shimmery snow. Granddad is still abed when his grandson is bursting with the need to get out there. As he lays aside his book, heads for the shower, and slowly dons the proper attire for being outside, his grandson offers a running commentary on what is happening.
"HURRY UP,
GRANDDAD!"
And he said,
"It's OK, we're not
going to miss
the fun."
The boy is unconvinced, until he discovers his grandfather is spot-on!
I love all the white space, and the way it changes as more and more traffic is observed passing by. The ink-and-watercolor illustrations are perfect for children who will be charmed by this relationship between a child and his beloved grandparent. The chaotic fun at the park even entices Granddad to have a go at flinging snowballs and enjoying the gamboling.
After reading and sharing Rain, now Snow, I am highly anticipating the release of Sun in 2018.
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