Imo, both way too wordy and too confusing for pre-K. I loved the little sister, but that's all. The rest was too complicated, too implausible - it was more like a chopped down chapter book than a fable picture-book.

I was also annoyed that it's oversize, making sure that kids in stores and libraries will see it sticking out from the displays and shelves as if it's special. It's got that 'instant classic' thing going that I just can't abide.

The pictures were fine. The theme underneath the adventure had potential. But overall I'm displeased. ( )

Owen builds a snowman every year on Christmas Eve, only to see it melt by Christmas Day. Owen finds himself taken away to space where he is studied to find out why his snowmen are so perfect. Best part: the illustrations. Ages 5-10. ( )