Spirit of the Snowpeople

Spirit of the Snowpeople

Picture book
I can't think of a more magical read aloud to share with a
cherished child than Diane Keyes' Spirit of the Snowpeople. The story
and Helen Stevens' illustrations are enchanting. The message it
conveys is timeless.
The story is set in a time when folks were "more easily
pleased." The people follow the rhythms of day and night and seasons.
For the most part they're contented. But long winter days give
children a touch of cabin fever. The adults start a wonderful project
to bring them happiness. The youngsters join right in.
The many intricate snow people they create draw tourists. The
villagers welcome them and give them warm garments when they arrive
inadequately clad. They are there with an answer when spring brings
thaws and the impatient visiters ask if the effort of their creation
wasn't pointless.
If you have ever done something for the pure joy of it or
yearned to and not let yourself, this book is for you. Adults are
probably more in need of its gentle lesson than the children it was
written for. :)
On a personal note, I have decided that if I don't have a job by
September which is very likely I will volunteer at Asa Adams school
mostly for the pure joy of it.
A great big shout out goes out to the Asa Adams family.
Julia Emily Hathaway


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