Good-bye, Winter! Hello, Spring! - Hardcover

Iwamura, Kazuo

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0735843457 ISBN 13: 9780735843455

Publisher: NorthSouth Books, 2019

Synopsis

A beloved story, now available in English, from Japanese master of children’s book illustration Kazuo Iwamura

When spring comes, it melts the snow. Where will all the water go? 

The first harbingers of spring can be seen in the forest—as the wet snow begins to melt. The little squirrels Mick, Mack, and Molly can’t believe that snow can turn into water. That is, until they discover a floating tree and use it as a raft. 

This gentle adventure, told in rhyme, is a wonderful celebration of nature and friendship. 

 

About this title

About the Author

Kazuo Iwamura “engages young children with his lovely illustrations and charming characters,” said Through?the Looking Glass in a review of Hooray for Fall! Mr. Iwamura studied at the Tokyo National University of Fine Arts and Music, and started his career as an illustrator for children’s television programs. He is the author and/or illustrator of dozens of popular books. Kazuo Iwamura lives with his family in Mashiko, outside Tokyo.

Review

Sincere and serene, with masterful, atmospheric illustrations. Source: Kirkus Reviews

First published in Japan, this charming picture book includes artwork defined by precise, graceful ink drawings, warmed with color washes, and suffused with the beauty of woodlands as winter turns to spring. A good starting place for discussions of seasons or the water cycle, this appealing picture book also offers a satisfying excursion for young armchair adventurers. Author: Carolyn Phelan Source: Booklist

Edition details

• Publisher: NorthSouth Books
• Publication date: 2019
• ISBN 10: 0735843457
• ISBN 13: 9780735843455
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Number of pages: 32