SUGAR ON SNOW

The Watson family's classic SUGAR ON SNOW now has a modern companion in Rossiter's book of the same title. While knitted caps may give way to baseball hats, the anticipation and delight in participating in the spring ritual of tapping maple trees and transforming the sap into syrup is the same for children of all generations. Rossiter appends her story with information on Native American maple sugaring. Tom Stechschulte distinguishes characters readily. As father, his voice is rich and full with seasoned wisdom. As mother, he hints at the conflict between provider and joyful participant. As the delighted sons, the ritual cannot unfold fast enough. Listen in, and let your mouth water, too! A.R. (c) AudioFile 2003, Portland, Maine [Published: DEC 03/JAN 04]