Snowflakes for Christmas by Vanessa Bergeron

Usually, I'd post a middle grade read since it's Monday, but I'm a bit short on those this month. Instead, I have another Christmas read for the picture book audience, which comes down from Canada. This one, I believe, is also available in French. I'm expecting a warming tale and lovely illustrations.

Let's see if this one leads to winter dreaming or not!

SNOWFLAKES FOR CHRISTMAS

by Vanessa Bergeron

Illustrated by Amelie Martel

CrackBoom! Books

Picture Book

32 pages

ages 4 to 8

An enchanting Christmas story full of hope, highlighting the power of community and the magic that lies in mindfulness.

In the snowy village of Flurria, everyone is too busy to notice that the snow has stopped falling―except young Yuka. Determined to save her beloved white Christmas, Yuka sets out on a mission that will inspire her neighbors to look up, come together, and rediscover the beauty of winter.

Snowflakes for Christmas is more than a seasonal read―it's a gentle reminder of the joy found in being present and the strength that grows from community. With poetic language, magical winter imagery, and a powerful message of awareness and unity, this book is perfect for families, classrooms, and holiday gifting.

Bring the magic of mindfulness into your child’s holiday season with this heartfelt winter tale.

1. Enchanting Winter Tale: A poetic and heartwarming story about a girl determined to bring back the snow to her distracted village―perfect for cozy Christmas storytime.
2. Promotes Mindfulness & Awareness: Encourages children to pause, observe, and appreciate the world around them during the busy holiday season.
3. Ideal for Classroom & SEL Programs: Great for group discussions about community, hope, and environmental care; supports social-emotional learning.
4. Beautifully Illustrated: Immersive winter landscapes and expressive characters bring the magical village of Flurria to life.
5. For Curious Readers Ages 4–8: Designed for read-aloud and early independent reading; ideal for Pre-K to Grade 3 learners.

GOODREADS    /    AMAZON

MY TIDBITS

With the magical touch of Christmas and the North Pole, this tale weaves a touching story about a girl and her hopes.

The snowy village of Flurria is busy with all sorts of Christmas preparations, which means that everyone...even Santa...has their heads down as they work to get things done. Only one girl, Yuka, has noticed that the snow has stopped falling. Unlike everyone else, Yuka enjoys gazing upwards at the world around her, and she's determined to make everyone realize that there's a problem. Maybe, she can even help them remember to enjoy the beauty of winter.

From Yuka's bright hope to the lovely illustrations, so many aspects of this book make it a lovely read to pick up around the holiday season. While it's never said that this is the North Pole directly (and it's actually called Flurria), Santa, his elves, and the reindeer make it clear what is keeping everyone so busy. Then, there's Yuka, who enjoys lying back in the snow. The illustrations show her as a friendly, cheerful girl, even when worries arise. It makes her easy to root for and sympathize with the entire way through. The messaging in the story comes across clearly, while embracing the love of community, working together, and remembering to enjoy the world around you.

This is a book, which can be read again and again, and the illustrations invite listeners to take a look themselves. Each scene is lovely and draws in. The text fits well as a read-aloud to the age group and should hold the interest of more reluctant listeners fine. It's written in an unique mix of regular text and rhyme, which is endearing but doesn't flow as it should. Also, the mindfulness is a gentle message, while the sense of community really shines. Which makes it a lovely read for classroom and group settings.

It's a lovely read with a touching tale for the holidays.