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Sweater Weather

By Matt Phelan
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Sweater Weather by Matt Phelan is a charming children's book that follows a bear family as they prepare for an outing on a crisp autumn day. The anticipation and humour unfold as the bear cubs get ready, stacking on layers of cosy sweaters. Through delightful illustrations, it captures the warmth and love of family traditions amidst the enchantment of the fall season.
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You might enjoy this delightful children's book if you appreciate heart-warming stories about family, seasons, and simple joys. Perfect for young readers, it captures the magic of autumn and encourages imagination and curiosity. The charming illustrations and gentle narrative make it an engaging read for both children and parents alike.

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Sweater Weather

But even if this lovable bear family misses out on their planned outing, the evening sky still holds a beautiful surprise.

Acclaimed author-artist Matt Phelan’s rhythmic, repetitive text and his warm, expressive watercolor paintings are both humorous and rewarding.

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What a perfect autumn day! Papa Bear tells his cubs to bundle up in the cosy sweaters he knitted for them—but that is easier said than done. Award-winning author-artist Matt Phelan has created a hilarious and warmhearted ode to fall, patience, and knitting. Sweater Weather will be adored by fans of Anna Dewdney and Tad Hills.

Sweaters on. Not yet!

The air is crisp, and the leaves are bright—it’s the perfect autumn day to enjoy the outdoors. Papa Bear instructs his cubs to put on their sweaters, and patiently waits downstairs. When he checks on them, he learns that getting ready is no simple task. But even if this lovable bear family misses out on their planned outing, the evening sky still holds a beautiful surprise.

Acclaimed author-artist Matt Phelan’s rhythmic, repetitive text and his warm, expressive watercolour paintings are both humorous and rewarding. Brimming with laughter and love from this large bear family, Sweater Weather is an irresistible choice to curl up with during storytime, no matter what the weather is.

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Sweater Weather by Matt Phelan has received glowing reviews for its nearly wordless storytelling, where gestures and expressions convey humour and warmth. The book features a bear parent navigating the comedic chaos of getting seven cubs into sweaters. Its artwork, using pencil, ink, and watercolour, enhances the cosy and humorous atmosphere, with reviewers praising its depiction of parenting challenges and the joyous celebration of autumn's splendour.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780062934147

Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 25 November 2021

Country: United States

Imprint: Greenwillow Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Matt Phelan

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 254.0mm

Height: 203.0mm

Weight: 367g

Pages: 40

Collections

Children's Books Children's Early Years Children's Fiction Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Matt Phelan Young Adult

About the Author

Matt Phelan is the creator of the graphic novels The Storm in the Barn (winner of a Scott O'Dell Award); Around the World; Bluffton; and the New York Times bestseller Snow White. He has been nominated for five Will Eisner Awards, including Best Writer/Artist and Best Graphic Album (for Bluffton). He is the author and illustrator of the picture books Pignic, Turtle Walk, and Druthers, and has illustrated many books for young readers, including Flora's Very Windy Day, by Jeanne Birdsall; Marilyn's Monster, by Michelle Knudsen; and The Higher Power of Lucky, winner of a Newbery Medal, by Susan Patron. He is also the author of Knights vs. Dinosaurs, Knights vs. Monsters, and Knights vs. the End (of Everything). Matt Phelan lives in Ardmore, Pennsylvania.

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