Young readers and listeners who associate winter with cold and snow will be captivated by this cozy picture book that invites them to think about winter in new way. “My world is warmest in winter . . . my jacket puffs warm with feathers . . . my iced summer’s milk turns to hot chocolate . . . cats sit on laps instead of windowsills” and “sleeping radiators awake to their dragon selves.” The young child narrator’s quiet declaration of the many reasons why winter is the warmest season may inspire children to think of their own examples, or of the many ways summer, as the boy briefly suggests, is the coolest. Regardless, they will enjoy the soothing feel of this comforting story, which is accompanied by author/illustrator Lauren Stringer’s warm, richly hued illustrations. (Ages 3–7)

Most people think summer is the warmest season. This story, however, is brimming with evidence to the contrary--from roaring fires to grilled cheese sandwiches to toasty flannel pajamas. A unique twist on the traditional wintertime picture book, the beautiful visual narrative follows a boy and his family though a day of hot breakfasts, steaming afternoon cocoa, and a festive candlelit party before bed.
    With its inviting scenes, poetic text, and gorgeous illustrations, Winter Is the Warmest Season celebrates all the wonderful things that make winter the coziest time of the year.