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Samson in the Snow Hardcover – Picture Book, September 27, 2016

by Philip C. Stead (Author)
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One sunny day Samson, a large and friendly woolly mammoth, encounters a little red bird who is looking for yellow flowers for her mouse friend (whose favorite color is yellow). As she flies off with the flowers, Samson wonders what it must be like to have a friend. He wonders this for so long, in fact, that he falls asleep and wakes up to a world covered in snow. In the midst of a blizzard, Samson finds and shelters the little red bird and flower-loving mouse in a tender tale of kindness and unexpected friendship.
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  1. Reading age
    4 - 8 years
  2. Print length
    40 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Grade level
    1 - Preschool
  5. Lexile measure
    510L
  6. Dimensions
    10.77 x 0.5 x 10.03 inches
  7. Publisher
    Roaring Brook Press
  8. Publication date
    September 27, 2016
  9. ISBN-10
    1626721823
  10. ISBN-13
    978-1626721821
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K-Gr 2—Samson the woolly mammoth is content with the company of his flowers. When a little red bird flies by, asking for some flowers for a friend whose favorite color is yellow, Samson wonders what having a pal would be like. As summer turns to winter, Samson, concerned about the bird's fate, decides that "it is better to walk than to worry" and sets out to find her. In the meantime he meets a mouse who is also in search of a friend, and together they rescue the bird, who has become trapped in the ice. The storm finally passes as the three newly united creatures trade stories of their adventures. Simple language is suitable for either read-alouds or independent reading. Although some text blocks are within illustrations, most are placed on light backgrounds, making all but one easy to read. As in the best picture books, the narrative is told in words and pictures. Two wordless spreads show the bird's predicament, while a third contrasts these starry white and blue winter scenes with a bright yellow summer one. Pencil-line animals stand out against highly textured backgrounds, and color is essential to the plot, as readers realize that the mouse—whose favorite color is yellow—is the friend for whom the bird originally sought flowers. VERDICT This sweet tale of friendship deserves a place in every collection.—Jill Ratzan, Congregation Kol Emet, Yardley, PA

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"This sweet tale of friendship deserves a place in every collection."―School Library Journal, starred review

"The contrast between the very large and the very small contributes to the story’s magic, and so does Samson, a hero who is tender, patient, and loyal."―Publishers Weekly, starred review

"A story warm in both palette and feeling."―Kirkus Reviews

"A comforting tale packed with symbolism and beauty."―The Horn Book

"A lovely tale for a peaceful storytime."―Booklist

Product details

  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Roaring Brook Press (September 27, 2016)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 40 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1626721823
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1626721821
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 4 - 8 years
  • Lexile measure ‏ : ‎ 510L
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 1 - Preschool
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.2 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10.77 x 0.5 x 10.03 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 34 ratings

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Philip Christian Stead

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Philip C. Stead is the author of the Caldecott Medal–winning book "A Sick Day for Amos McGee". With his wife, illustrator Erin Stead, he also created "Bear Has a Story to Tell", "Lenny & Lucy", and "The Purloining of Prince Oleomargarine", based on a previously-unpublished children’s story by Mark Twain. Philip has written and illustrated many of his own books, including "Hello, My Name Is Ruby"; "Jonathan and the Big Blue Boat"; and "A Home for Bird". Philip lives in Michigan with his wife, Erin.

See more about Philip and Erin at www.numberfivebus.com, or visit their instagram, @number5bus

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Kelly H
5.0 out of 5 stars A great snow day read
Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2020
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This is such an adorable book I absolutely loved it!
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Red Cat
5.0 out of 5 stars Lovely story
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Just a wonderful story about friendship. My 3 year old just loves it.
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J. Stephenson
5.0 out of 5 stars Strong message of kindness is helpful for my rowdy threenager
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Good story of kindness & beautiful illustrations.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
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Gift to my grandson and he loves to have it read to him.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great book
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5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
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L.M. Keefer
5.0 out of 5 stars Kindness Reigns Or Er Snows in This Story!
Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2016
Kindness is one of the loveliest virtues. It's like grace - unearned blessings, given just because. This story is about a gentle large woolly mammoth, Samson, a little red bird and a little mouse.

What do they have in common? Their favorite color is yellow, and they all need refuge from the snow.

The little red bird asks Samson if she can take some of his yellow flowers to a friend of hers whose favorite color is yellow. Of course, Samson agrees - he is a generous fella.

Samson wishes he had a friend, falls asleep, and wakes up to a field full of snow. He worries about the little red bird whom he just met. I sympathize as there is a little bird who lives in the pine tree outside of my front door. When temperatures get near zero, I want to bring the bird into my house to keep it warm!

Is Samson able to rescue the little red bird? And what about the friend to whom she was bringing flowers? You will have to read the story to find out. Let's just say it has a happy ending.

Books which model kindness are needed in this world. I like to read books like this to a class, and then write a class story about when each student was kind, or someone did something kind for them or someone they knew. And then brainstorm how they can do kind things in the week ahead. This has an impact on children. They learn that kindness is as adventure, is fun, and contributes to their happiness. It's the Golden Rule in action. And it creates a warm atmosphere for the class. Then, ask the children to illustrate someone being kind. It's a positive way to teach character lessons.

The illustrations are fetching in this book. The snow scenes are wondrous!
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Debby
2.0 out of 5 stars Gentle Simple story but Not sure I’d buy again
Reviewed in the United States on January 31, 2018
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Gentle Simple story but Not sure I’d buy again
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