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What a perfect autumn day! Papa Bear tells his cubs to bundle up in the cozy 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 watercolor 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.
Reviews (3)
School Library Journal Review
PreS-Gr 2--In a pink bathrobe and with a cup of coffee in hand, a big bear peaks out of the window at the lovely red and orange fall foliage. It's time for the seven little bears to get their sweaters on! For these independent cubs (and one especially adorable baby bear), getting dressed is trickier than it seems. One little bear can't find the head hole, two are stuck in a single sweater, sweater arms are all tangled up, and one little bear's unraveling green sweater leaves a string of yarn dancing around the pages. With the big bear's help, all the cubs are finally wrangled and ready to venture out into the crispy air to enjoy the gathering dusk, and even a far-off shooting star. After all that preparation, it's time to go back inside and get the sweaters off for bedtime. While it might seem like a lot of effort for little payoff, at closer inspection this is a lovely story of one of life's magical moments, when a family takes time to appreciate nature and each other's companionship. Readers will want to don their own comfy sweaters and snuggle up with their loved ones. VERDICT A deceptively simple but warm and cozy celebration of autumn sweater weather.--Alyssa Annico, Youngstown State Univ., OH
Publisher's Weekly Review
Getting ready to go out is a major production for a bear parent overseeing seven obstreperous cubs. In Phelan's (Turtle Walk) cozy domestic world, the stubby cubs--miniature versions of their huge, furry parent--are all dressed in pajamas; an even smaller infant cub crawls thoughtfully over the rug. "Sweaters on!" orders the adult, after viewing the glorious autumn day outside. The cubs' expressions telegraph a variety of reactions: worry, skepticism, cheerful anticipation. Leaving the bears to it and settling down to knit, the bear caretaker eventually calls upstairs to check: "Sweaters on?" "Not yet," comes the answer. In nearly wordless vignettes, gestures and facial expressions do the comedic work as Phelan imagines ever more hilarious ways for small cubs to don big sweaters. When the family finally makes it out the door, a slight disappointment, and a small miracle, await. Phelan creates instantly likeable characters and a story that centers parenting seasoned enough to realize that setbacks are inevitable--and that makes space to enjoy the day, and beauty of nature, anyway. Ages 4--8. Agent: Rebecca Sherman, Writers House. (Oct.)
Booklist Review
Phelan's nearly wordless picture book introduces a family of bears in their forested home. Papa, noticing leaves falling from the trees, proclaims to his cubs, "Sweaters on!" He knits while they don their gear, but soon thumps and whumps inform him that all is not well. Upstairs, Papa reorganizes everyone for a second attempt, but more problems ensue. One cub is too hot, another doesn't like his color, and still another wanders around, completely unraveling his green garment. Eventually, everyone is properly attired just in time to scoot outside and view a shooting star. Phelan's illustrations in pencil, ink, and watercolor have a cozy, comfortable feel. Oranges, browns, and greens predominate, well suited to the autumnal woodland setting. Small details in the artwork further enhance the mood: the seven cubs wreak havoc throughout the house in their day-long attempts to suit up, yet Papa remains calm and patient throughout, offering suggestions as they master this new skill. A perfect fall read-aloud, this should strike a chord with caregivers and toddlers alike.