brought glittering stars,
not snow. The little snowplow
carried firewood to the
park for a bonfire to light
up the longest night of
the year. January brought
northern lights, but no snow.
The snowplow graded trails.
February brought flurries ... "
The Little Snowplow is not the only one waiting for snow around here. We had a big storm in early October, and not much of the white stuff since then. We have had freezing rain, slush, a great deal of ice; nothing much for a snowplow to clear.
For those little ones who long to see machines at work, they will have to wait. Little Snowplow knows exactly how they feel. He's very happy to help at every turn when it's warm and there's work to be done. What he loves most is SNOW! As the days grow colder and the trees lose their leaves, he knows it's time. He watches the sky, checks weather reports, is delighted when winter is due to arrive. Nothing! He waits through December, January, February and wonders if there will be snow before his March birthday. Poor little guy!
After making plans for a birthday celebration with the idea to pretend there is snow, imagine the refreshing surprise when the sky is filled with white flakes - and a purposeful job to do. The party is put on hold and the hard work begins. Will he get the chance to actually celebrate his special day? If he does, what do you think he will wish for when he blows out his candles?
Little ones whose love and appreciation for machinery will find much to admire in the colorful images and winning personalities of each machine.
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