Snowflake Bentley

<p><b>This gorgeously illustrated Caldecott Medal-winning picture book celebrates the true story of Wilson Bentley the man who first revealed the hidden beauty of snowflakes. Perfect for the holidays snow days and year-round reading.</b> <p/>From the time he was a boy Wilson Bentley was captivated by snow. Where others saw cold and inconvenience he saw miracles: each snowflake a tiny one-of-a-kind work of art. With the encouragement of his parents Wilson pursued his passion eventually receiving a camera and microscope that allowed him to photograph snowflakes for the first time. <p/>Though his fascination was often misunderstood Wilson persevered. Over decades he carefully documented hundreds of snowflakes shared his discoveries through lectures and photographs and at age sixty-six published a groundbreaking book that forever changed how we understand these delicate crystals.</p><ul><li><b>Sidebars with fascinating biographical information: </b> in addition to a lyrical story the book includes biographical information to engage curious young readers</li><li><b>Emphasis on curiosity perseverance and discovery: </b> Bentley's story offers chances for children to see how curiosity and interest can lead to wonderful discoveries</li><li><b>Fun facts for winter classrooms and cozy family reading</b>: including three of Bentley's actual snowflake slides</li></ul>