Publisher Description

Every year Tortoise sleeps through winter. He assumes he isn't missing much. However, his friends are determined to prove otherwise! Will Tortoise sleep through another winter, or will his friends convince him to stay awake and experience the frosty fun of winter? Best-selling author Katy Hudson's charming picture book, now in a board book format, will convince even the biggest winter grouche that winter can be magical if you have friends by your side.

Review

Hudson's detailed and colorful artwork is sure to attract attention, and the animals are cuddly cute with expressive faces, especially Tortoise's. Combine this with a nonfiction look at hibernation to round out a winter storytime.-- "Kirkus Reviews"
Hudson's winter landscapes invite the viewer right in with their rich brown branches and evergreens against pale pillowy snow drifts, and kids will be eager to join in with Tortoise's grumpy refrain every time one of his friends asks him why tortoises don't like winter: "They just don't." Bold sound- effect lettering heightens both Tortoise's annoyance at his friends' activities and his own delight when he discovers the pleasures of winter. Tortoise is adorably cranky in his resistance to winter activities, and his friends are encouraging without being pushy.-- "Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books"

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Hudson's winter landscapes invite the viewer right in with their rich brown branches and evergreens against pale pillowy snow drifts, and kids will be eager to join in with Tortoise's grumpy refrain every time one of his friends asks him why tortoises don't like winter: "They just don't." Bold sound- effect lettering heightens both Tortoise's annoyance at his friends' activities and his own delight when he discovers the pleasures of winter. Tortoise is adorably cranky in his resistance to winter activities, and his friends are encouraging without being pushy.

Promotional "Headline"

* Board book version of the bestselling picture book which has sold over 100,000 copies * Features the same cast of characters as Katy Hudson's first book, Too Many Carrots including Tortoise and Rabbit * Perfect read-aloud for storytime: both heartwarming and humorous, this tale will keep young ones engaged * For those who struggle with winter, a lovely reminder that the little things in life can change the big perspective

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* Board book version of the bestselling picture book which has sold over 100,000 copies * Features the same cast of characters as Katy Hudson's first book, Too Many Carrots including Tortoise and Rabbit * Perfect read-aloud for storytime: both heartwarming and humorous, this tale will keep young ones engaged * For those who struggle with winter, a lovely reminder that the little things in life can change the big perspective

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