Melling, David. Ruffles and the Cold, Cold Snow. David Melling, Illus. Candlewick, 11/2024. [24]pp. Picture Book. Trade $17.99. 978-1-5362-3766-5. GRADES Preschool–1. ADDITIONAL.
Ruffles, a white dog with a black eye spot, returns in his fifth title. This time, he ventures out into the cold snow with five kittens, who have a great time until they get stuck in the deep, cold snow. Ruffles has to overcome his dislike of the snow to rescue the kittens and bring them back inside, where they playfully climb all over Ruffles. Melling’s pencil and digital illustrations convey the feel of the cold snow, the warm house, and the fun the kittens have with Ruffles. A simple story about overcoming your fear in order to help others.
Joshua Rees—Daly City Public Library