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nicolemhewitt's review against another edition
5.0
Such a sweet story about a little snowplow whose given all the "easy" tasks while the big trucks do all the real work. It's a familiar theme, but I found this version to be very endearing, and the way the small plow makes his mark is clever--his size becomes his strength instead of his downfall. The illustrations are very cute, and this book is sure to be a hit with any kid who's fascinated by the all things trucks (and there are many!).
johnnymacaroni's review against another edition
4.0
Good pairing with Supertruck by Stephen Savage for a snowy truck storytime
haia_929's review against another edition
4.0
This is a trimmed down version of my review, to view the full review visit The Book Ramble.
This book was provided by Random House Canada in exchange for an honest review.
The Little Snowplow tells the story of a little snowplow everyone believes is out of his depth when he starts working in a mountain town. It's a cute story in the same vein as classics like Mike Mulligan and his Steam Shovel that teaches kids to always believe in themselves and that they can do anything if they set their minds to it. The new picture book features adorable art and a cute lead character.
I don't think this is altogether a new idea, but it's a good message to reinforce so I don't take issue with the content. I think it was well told, and I think kids would love to join in on the little snowplows beeps throughout the book. Design-wise I think the snowplow is pretty cute, and would be a popular character, I think his smile is a little scary but that might just be me.
Overall I really liked the art, there's something very classic and adorable about it. I think it really suited the story and made for some great holiday season reading. I highly recommend this book!
This book was provided by Random House Canada in exchange for an honest review.
The Little Snowplow tells the story of a little snowplow everyone believes is out of his depth when he starts working in a mountain town. It's a cute story in the same vein as classics like Mike Mulligan and his Steam Shovel that teaches kids to always believe in themselves and that they can do anything if they set their minds to it. The new picture book features adorable art and a cute lead character.
I don't think this is altogether a new idea, but it's a good message to reinforce so I don't take issue with the content. I think it was well told, and I think kids would love to join in on the little snowplows beeps throughout the book. Design-wise I think the snowplow is pretty cute, and would be a popular character, I think his smile is a little scary but that might just be me.
Overall I really liked the art, there's something very classic and adorable about it. I think it really suited the story and made for some great holiday season reading. I highly recommend this book!
cbs5678's review against another edition
4.0
You don't have to be big to succeed, if you work hard enough you can, if you think it you can do it! Wonderful illustrations ❤
calistareads's review against another edition
3.0
A great story about having faith in Yourself and Self-esteem.
The big trucks keep telling the little snowplow he can't be much help in a storm. Little Snowplow doesn't listen and knows this is what he was made for. When the storm comes, it's Little Snowplow to the rescue.
My niece got this book new today. She liked the story and wasn't crazy about it either. Still, it's a good story with a great message.
The big trucks keep telling the little snowplow he can't be much help in a storm. Little Snowplow doesn't listen and knows this is what he was made for. When the storm comes, it's Little Snowplow to the rescue.
My niece got this book new today. She liked the story and wasn't crazy about it either. Still, it's a good story with a great message.
nikimarion's review against another edition
3.0
Another mediocre book about how everyone underestimates the small people (or animate objects) bc they're small, but the small ppl (or animate objects) prove themselves by doing only something that small ppl (or animate objects) can.
Could have been cooler (bad pun) if not everyone was a dude truck or foreman, but aside from a mention of the previous (large) lady snowplow who retired to Florida, no other female-identifying ppl (or animate objects) here!
Could have been cooler (bad pun) if not everyone was a dude truck or foreman, but aside from a mention of the previous (large) lady snowplow who retired to Florida, no other female-identifying ppl (or animate objects) here!
mmattmiller's review against another edition
3.0
I liked this story with the message that you can do whatever you put your mind to (and prepare for), regardless of what other people might say. I love that the Little Snowplow could rise above without mouthing off or arguing with the bigger trucks. He just believed in himself, prepared, and did what he could do. Definitely a story I could share with my students. Little kids who love trucks will love this one.
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