Gnome and Rat: First Snow!: (A Graphic Novel) by Lauren Stohler
Series: Gnome and Rat #3
Published by Alfred A. Knopf on 11/5/24
ISBN: 0593487907
Genres: Humor
Format: Graphic Novel
Source: MSL Book Review
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Gnome and Rat are back in this third book of this graphic novel series.  Gnome is eagerly awaiting the first snowfall of the season and all of the exciting snow activities that come with that.  Rat, on the other hand, is more excited to go with Gnome to the Rat Family Nest Fest.  When the two events happen on the same day, the two friends compromise, deciding to do some snow activities on the way to Rat’s family party. Gnome and Rat have fun ice dancing, but run into trouble riding on an uncontrollable toboggan and getting lost.  Somehow the two end up at the Rat Family Nest Fest, just in time to enjoy the cozy festivities.  Early elementary readers will enjoy the antics of these two as they get in and out of trouble on their way to visit Rat’s family.  The panels are engaging, with bright colors popping against the mostly neutral background of the winter scenery.  Gnome and Rat’s exaggerated facial expressions add to the graphic novel’s humor. This fun graphic novel would be ideal for any library serving early elementary students.

Reviewed by Lindsay Varnum, Orono Public Library