Twelve Kinds of Ice, Ellen Bryan Obed
Twelve Kinds of Ice, Ellen Bryan Obed
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Twelve Kinds of Ice

Author: Ellen Bryan Obed

Narrator: Jessica Almasy

Unabridged: 26 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: Recorded Books

Published: 06/14/2013


Synopsis

An award-winning author with numerous children's books to her credit, Ellen Bryan Obed has garnered starred reviews from Kirkus, Publishers Weekly, and School Library Journal for Twelve Kinds of Ice. In 20 short chapters, Obed introduces the many kinds of ice that follow one family through winter. Whether enjoying the first thin sheet in a sheep's pail or a frozen streambed perfect for skating, this family finds excitement and fun in each new appearance.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Betsy on December 01, 2012

Every year the children’s librarians of the New York Public Library system come together and create a list of 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing. The list, now entering its 101st year, originally had a dual purpose. On the one hand it was meant to highlight the best children’s books at a time when f......more

Goodreads review by Hilary on March 11, 2019

A short read about a families love of ice. The illustrations and text show us the different types of ice that come as the winter approaches, top of a bucket thin ice to transforming your vegetable garden by (view spoiler)[ stakes and planks and a hose to make your own rink (hide spoiler)] We will definitely try that if it ever ge......more

Goodreads review by Luisa on January 15, 2025

A darling book! The black and white illustrations were most delightful. The text was enchanting. I loved the creativity and ingenuity displayed in hosting parties or making money. I thought the dad so likable. An adorable, must-read for winter! Ages: 4 - 10 Content Considerations: the kids say the bes......more

Goodreads review by Tasha on November 20, 2012

Oh my. There are few books that leave me with tears standing in my eyes at the end, especially books of a spare 64 pages. This one did. I suppose I could leave my review at that, but here are some details for those who need more. This tightly written and beautifully illustrated small book looks at t......more