The seasons are explained as if it was a long day. A time frame a preschooler can better understand and relate to, then a year. The earth starts out her day, by throwing off her snowy blankets. Summer is represented as midday. She is wide awake and full of life.
Autumn is represented by late evening, The earth becomes drowsy .
Winter is when she sleeps and and dreams until spring. This story is so elegantly told. Any child is sure to love it. The illustrations for this story are simple and beautiful. They were created using colored pencils on black paper for a rich if dark effect and works in lots of large details, good for pointing out to children.