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The Snowball Fight

Beth Ferry author Tom Lichtenheld illustrator

Format:Hardback

Publisher:HarperCollins Publishers Inc

Published:20th Nov '25

Should be back in stock very soon

The Snowball Fight cover

From the New York Times bestsellers behind Stick and Stone comes a wintry (but warmhearted) ode to the pleasures of a snowy day outside. A humorous, modern-day classic to be shared alongside other winter tales like Sneezy the Snowman and Mice Skating.

One wintry morning, the snow begins and so does . . . a snowball fight!

In her signature verse, Beth Ferry recounts a day spent behind snowbanks and on sleds, while Tom Lichtenheld’s cinematic art delights readers with sly and snowy twists. 

(The Snowball Fight) “A perfect seasonal read to share on a snow day.” — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books (The Snowball Fight) "A charming read for frosty days." — Kirkus Reviews (The Snowball Fight) "An epic snow day—no school, no rules, enemies-to-friends hijinks, and pure crystallized joy." — Publishers Weekly (The Snowball Fight) “[The Snowball Fight] creates the perfect winter wonderland. Filled with delightful fun.” — Booklist (Stick and Stone) ★ “The text, suitable for beginning readers, sweetly expresses what it is to be and to have a good friend.” — School Library Journal (starred review) (The Umbrella) ★ "The exceptional duo behind Stick and Stone are back with another unmissable and upbeat collaboration. Simple and superb—a must-have for any collection." — School Library Journal (starred review) (A Moving Story) ★ “Readers are treated to a satisfying tale with well-timed comedy and suspense.” — Publishers Weekly (starred review) (A Moving Story) ★ “Full of wit and lovable dressed-animal characters. This engaging picture book is a pleasure to read and reread.” — Booklist (starred review) (Swashby and The Sea) ★ "An exceptionally satisfying picture book." — Booklist (starred review) (Swashby and the Sea) ★ "This readaloud is sweetly told as Swashby overcomes his bitter habits to welcome new, friendly, and energetic people into his quiet life." — Bulletin of the Center for Children’s Books (starred review) (The Scarecrow) ★ “An emotionally impactful exploration of love and loneliness, this is an essential addition to any picture book collection.” — School Library Journal (starred review)

ISBN: 9780063327078

Dimensions: unknown

Weight: 395g

48 pages