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Description
"Winter White" by Joanne Ryder is a children's picture book about two woodland creatures who attempt to change the seasons. The main characters, Fox and Lemming, try to trick Winter into trading snow for sunshine because they never give up hope and always want to transform their present circumstances into something better. The story is set in a winter environment and is intended for young readers in grades K-3 with a reading level of 3.8.
Quick Summary
The clever friendship between Fox and Lemming as they hatch a wacky plan to negotiate with Winter itself makes this book stand out from typical seasonal stories. Kids will giggle at the silly scheme these two friends cook up to trick Winter into bringing back the sun, and they'll root for the underdog animals who refuse to accept a snowy fate. If your kid likes the humor and friendship dynamics in Mo Willems' Elephant and Piggie books, they'll adore this tale of Fox and Lemming's mischievous partnership. Perfect for kids in kindergarten through third grade who enjoy stories about clever animals and magical seasonal adventures.