The Little Snowplow by Lora Koehler
Published by Candlewick Press (MA) on October 2nd 2018
ISBN: 1536203408
Pages: 30
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How can  you teach a young child that being different doesn’t mean you are not a part of the team? Lora Koeler’s The Little Snowplow gracefully addresses the problem of difference. With the beautiful illustrations from Jake Parker, the reader is drawn into the plight of the small truck.

“He drove forward and back. Then he raised and lowered his plow ten times. Fast!” This was  the Little Snowplow’s response to being made fun of by the other members of the Mighty Mountain Road Crew. When he is called on by driver Will to help in the big blizzard, the Little Snowplow ends up saving the day. This endearing book inspires readers to work hard, do their best, and be a team player.

The board book is large enough to hold during a class storytime or enjoyed one-on-one with caregivers.  Font size and shape are clear enough for young eyes to distinguish text. Children 0 – 4 years of age will ask for it to be read over and over.

Review by Liz Davis, Children’s Librarian, Waterville Public Library