Published October 15, 2024 by Rocky Pond Books, an imprint of Penguin Random House
ABOUT
When a young girl visits an ice festival with her mother, she experiences something special that will stay with her long after the ice has melted. A tender story about art, memory, and venturing outside your comfort zone.
REVIEWS
★ "This is a gem of a picture book, a simple story elevated to poignance by visuals that evolve from gentle to whimsical, a pitch-perfect narrative voice, and organic disability inclusion." — Bulletin of the Center for Children's Books (BCCB), starred review
"In rhythmic text, Kurpiel gently demonstrates that ephemeral moments should be treasured and that venturing outside one’s comfort zones can be richly rewarding. Fluid illustrations clearly convey the narrator’s emotions; eye-catching blue and white hues immerse readers in the wintry atmosphere." — Kirkus
Amazon Editors' Best Books of the Month Pick
ACTIVITIES & RESOURCES
Printable Activity Sheets - Color pages, maze, connect the stars, design your own ice sculpture
Ice Sculpting Resource - Videos, photos, articles
LINKS
"A Little Like Magic - Perfect Picture Book Friday #PPBF + Giveaway." The Picture Book Buzz. Oct 11, 2024.
"Interview with Sarah Kurpiel and Book Giveaway." The Picture Book Buzz. Oct 7, 2024.
"Downers Grove, IL Author & Illustrator, Sarah Kurpiel, Thrives on Combining Words & Illustrations for a Magical Story-telling Experience." Art BEAT Buzz. Oct 1, 2024.
"Fall 2024 Children's Sneak Previews." Publisher's Weekly. Feb 8, 2024.
Publication announcement. Publisher's Weekly. Sep 14, 2023.
