The Voice of the Snow! - Hardcover

by Yuko Ohnari (Author), Koshiro Hata (Illustrator), Emily Balistrieri (Translator)

★ "An irresistible call to romp, stamp, dance, and listen to the sounds of winter." Kirkus Reviews, STARRED REVIEW
★ "A lovely addition to winter storytimes and picture book collections." School Library Journal, STARRED REVIEW
★ "An exuberant, child-centered picture book romp through the joyful sounds--and silence--of a bright snowy day." Shelf Awareness, STARRED REVIEW

A quiet snowfall, a listening heart--this tender, sensory journey invites young readers to hear the world in a new way.

From the beloved creators of Downpour comes The Voice of the Snow!, a gentle and poetic exploration of a snowy morning through the eyes--and ears--of a young child.

With lyrical text by Yuko Ohnari and luminous illustrations by Koshiro Hata, this picture book captures the hushed magic of freshly fallen snow and the joy of noticing small things: the squeak of a boot, the hush of snowflakes, and the quiet reply of nature itself. As the boy listens, the snow listens back.

In this moment of mutual attention, children are reminded of the beauty in stillness, the playfulness in sound, and the quiet conversation we can have with the world around us.

Perfect for seasonal storytimes, quiet moments, and encouraging mindfulness, The Voice of the Snow! is a timeless celebration of wonder, perception, and connection.

Author Biography

Koshiro Hata and Yuko Ohnari are the husband-and-wife creative team behind several beloved picture books published in Japan, including Downpour: Splish! Splash! Ker-splash!--their English-language debut with Red Comet Press. In addition to illustrating, Ohnari is also a manga artist and writes essays and songs for children. The duo lives and works in Tokyo, Japan.