Brown Girl in the Snow

Contributor(s): Marshall, Yolanda T (Author), Ferrer, Marianne (Illustrator)

ISBN: 9781771649261

Publisher: Greystone Kids

Hardcover

$19.95

Pub Date: September 16, 2025

Dewey: E

Lexile Code: 0000

Features: Illustrated, Price on Product

Target Age Group: 04 to 08

Physical Info: 0.40" H x 11.00" L x 8.00" W ( 0.85 lbs) 40 pages

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Descriptions, Reviews, etc.

Description: Perfect for kids aged 4-8 comes a stunning picture book about persistence, being creative in the garden, and adapting to a new place.

Review Quotes:
A Globe & Mail Best Book of the Year 2025

A CBC Best Book of the Year 2025

A 2026 Pedro and Daniel Intersectionality Book Awards Commended Book

A 2026 Notable Social Studies Trade Books Award Winner

"This stunning book shows how [the main character] adapts and finds beauty in her new environment."
--Meridian Magazine

"Touching....family, friends, and greenhouse sweet potatoes ensure a youngster's warm immigration transition."
--Kirkus Reviews

"A perfect story for those moving to new climates or those who might be feeling a bit of homesickness for the familiar."
--Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books

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