A Snow Day for Amos McGee by Stead, Philip C.

A cozy tale of winter hope and joy, from award-winning and New York Times-bestselling duo Philip and Erin Stead, perfect for fans of The Snowy Nap and The Mitten.

Amos McGee, the friendly zookeeper, loves spending time with his good friends no matter the season. When snow in the forecast never arrives, he decides to head home and hope it comes another day. But when overnight a surprise snowfall blankets the town in fluffy white, what shall his lovable squad of animals do? Visit Amos and play in the snow, of course!

Philip and Erin Stead's classic tale of friendship and the anticipation of winter weather will be sure to delight readers of all ages.

Author: Philip C. Stead
Publisher: Roaring Brook Press
Published: 09/30/2025
Pages: 48
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.91lbs
Size: 9.57h x 8.83w x 0.48d
ISBN: 9781250324733
Audience: Ages 4-8

Accelerated Reader:
Reading Level: 3.9
Point Value: 0.5
Interest Level: Lower Grade
Quiz #/Name: 556934 / Snow Day for Amos McGee


Review Citation(s):
School Library Journal 06/01/2025 pg. 79
Kirkus Reviews 06/15/2025
Booklist 08/01/2025
Horn Book Magazine 11/01/2025 pg. 16

About the Author
Philip and Erin Stead are the creators of picture book classics such as A Sick Day for Amos McGee, Amos McGee Misses the Bus, Bear Has a Story to Tell, Music For Mister Moon, and Lenny and Lucy. They live in Michigan with their daughter and puppy.