(3) PS Illustrated by Talitha Shipman. A light brown–skinned brother and sister wake up to the surprise of a winter wonderland. What will they do? They join their friends for a day of sledding, snow angels, snowball fights, and more until it's time to come in for cocoa. The very simple rhyming verse is suited for sharing, and the colorful illustrations invite the youngest readers to engage with the story.

Reviewer: Monique Harris

(3) K-3 Illustrated by Barbara Bakos. Two friends enjoy a busy day in a bustling city--seeing, hearing, smelling, tasting, and touching enhance their experience. "Listen to the three-piece band. / Shimmy to the sound." The lively urban environment offers music, dancing, trains, cafes, and more. The playful, onomatopoeia-heavy rhymed text extends the musical sentiment in the story, while bright, energetic illustrations feature small detailed figures.

Reviewer: Sheila M. Geraty

(3) 4-6 Fourth grader Sam Hansen loves rocks, but her unabashed passion for geology often stirs up trouble. A trip to the Grand Canyon is promised if Sam can control her temper and get along with her sister. Viau's entertaining protagonist learns a lot about herself and her family, and her love of science makes her a welcome addition to the spunky-girl crowd.

Reviewer: Carrie Harasimowicz Sullivan