Through the North Pole Snow by Polly Faber, Richard Jones
Published by Candlewick Press on October 18, 2022
ISBN: 1536228524
Pages: 32
Genres: Folklore
Format: Picture Book Fiction
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An unusual holiday book with the setting in the far north but that mostly occurs after Christmas and through the year. A young Arctic fox is out hunting and gets stuck and rescued by Santa Claus (No Mrs. Claus or elves in this story.) The fox and old man become friends and the fox is curious as he watches the man prepare throughout the year for his one big night. Finally, the fox understands and the last page shows him nestled on Santa’s lap with a tea kettle by their side, resting up for the coming year. Richard Jones’s mixed media illustration fills in much of the details that are elusive in the story. I am certain children will enjoy guessing what is inside those wrapped packages! A unique sweet book to share with a child ages 3-7.

Reviewed by Barb Rehmeyer, Liberty Library