Snowbear's Christmas Countdown

by Theresa Smythe

Book Overview

On the first day he wrote a list of all the presents he wanted Santa to bring him. Come celebrate with Snowbear as the days leading to Christmas fly by in merry preparation! December is full of joyful anticipation for Snowbear-there are just so many things to do before Christmas arrives. For starters, Snowbear must put up decorations, buy gifts for his friends, make hot chocolate and cookies-and let's not forget-play in the snow, and go for a sled...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0805072446
• ISBN13: 9780805072440
• Release Date: October 2004
• Publisher: Henry Holt & Company
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 0.76 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 9.3" x 9.2"
• Age Range: 4 to 7 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 2

Customer Reviews

Two boys' review: Snowbear appeals to preschoolers

My two sons, ages 6 and 4, helped me pick out this bedtime story book because they both love bears. Beginning December 1, Snowbear and his animal friends, Charlie the penguin, Ray the squirrel, Harry the raccoon and Tom the rabbit prepare for Christmas. What I like most about the book is that many of the activities, such as making ornaments or hanging a wreath, mirror what my sons have planned for December. Here's another example that illustrates a lot can happen in 25 days, including an unplanned event: "On the 13th day he went sledding down the giant hill near his house. On the 14th day he caught a cold and had to stay in bed. On the 15th day he watched his favorite holiday movies and snuggled under the blankets." In summary, if your child loves bears this is a good Christmas story to add to your bedtime story collection. Snowbear's Christmas Countdown is more charming than Bear Stays Up for Christmas, a pale sequel to the original Bear Snores On.

countdown to christmas

Snowbear is so excited that December is finally here! He has lots of things to do each day. Follow his adventures as the month flys by. He does things like decorates the Christmas Tree, watches his favorite holiday movies, and bakes Christmas goodies. When Christmas Day arrives he has a great day just being together with his friends. The college illustrations were really fun to look at and added a lot to this simple picture book. Also the concept of counting is introduced in the story. This book would be great for a preschool class to share around Christmas. Yes I would recommend the book to others. It's a great book to share with your family on any day in December!

Wonderful New Holiday Children's Book That Teaches Numbers

The month of December is very special for Snowbear, as it is home to the Christmas holiday. So Snowbear begins making preparations for the big day. He puts up his decorations, sends out Christmas cards, writes a letter to Santa Claus at the North Pole, buys gifts for all of his friends, rides his sled, makes hot chocolate and cookies, and tons more. And as each day passes, Snowbear's excitement increases at the prospect of the holiday that is quickly coming. Theresa Smythe has created a wonderful new children's book that captures the excitement that everyone feels around the Christmas holiday, while inserting a subtle teaching method, that will help young readers learn to count from 1 to 25 with the help of Snowbear. Filled with an easy-to-read story, and lovely illustrations SNOWBEAR'S CHRISTMAS COUNTDOWN will be a favorite among parents, and children, as well as educators. Erika Sorocco Book Review Columnist for The Community Bugle Newspaper