the sun rises earlier
trees blossom
the first flowers bloom
chicks hatch
rainbows appear
lambs are born
rabbits play
birds return and lay eggs "
My front door is open today to sunshine and a smidgen of warmth! It is the first time in months, and I may just be jumping the gun a tiny bit. But, the sun is shining, the snow is melting quickly, there is no wind, and the kids at the school across the street were out for recess in shirt sleeves this afternoon. We may all be a bit ahead of time, but it feels just lovely!
The title question is asked to lead young readers through the four seasons, beginning in fall and moving toward summer ... when you know the time for ice cream is right! Of course, ice cream is not only eaten on the hot days of summer. It does seem most appropriate when your brow is sweating, your tongue is dry and you long for something cold to help deal with the heat of summer. Our Dairy Queen opened the first of March and there are people there every single time I drive past. Ice cream can, and should, be eaten on any given day, don't you think?
The book's pattern is the same for each of the different times of year. A double page spread heralds some of the signs of the season. Engaging, colorful and clear photographs accompany each of the stated harbingers. Turn the page and the question is asked ... Is it warm enough for ice cream? Asked and answered on the second spread. It may not be warm enough for ice cream, but the particular season is perfect for a lot of other activities. Then, we move on to the next.
The text explores seasons, weather, and what animals and children are doing in such weather. Mixing photographs with detailed digital images invites little ones to take a careful look and think about all the wonder of the presented season. 'NO!' until you finally get to summer, and then a clear 'YES!' Finally, it's really time for ice cream. HUZZAH!
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