This Librarian's Quick Picks: Blizzard

Blizzard
by John Rocco
Disney-Hyperion (October 30, 2014)
Picture Book

Summary:

Author John Rocco presents a story of New England's blizzard of 1978, based on his own childhood experience.

Why You'll Love It:

•  Rocco's artwork is center stage here -- a double gatefold shows the extent of the detours John takes to gather grocery orders from his housebound neighbors and make his way to the store.
• The white negative space around some of his images effectively portrays the vastness of the snowstorm in a minimalist way.
• The kid is the hero! What a great message for our readers.

Who Should Read It:

Great for Grades K-2...and here's the book trailer.



What Else You Should Read:

• Blackout (also by Rocco)
• Big Snow by Jonathan Bean
• Bunnies on Ice by Johanna Wright