"Young readers will eagerly join this charming young hare in exploring the mysteries of winter."

"This lovely book follows a six-month-old snowshoe hare as she learns what winter is and how her forest friends prepare for its advent ... a perfect introduction to winter."

"It’s not easy to make a good story with a science concept at its heart, but Thornhill has done a wonderful job with this tale about hibernation." - Youth Services Book Review

"This is a beautifully illustrated book full of accurate and engaging information about various species; a good selection for a class to read together." - Library Media Connection

"Mixing a fictional tale with impeccable science and beautiful art, Thornhill and Bisaillon have created an information-filled tale delivered in a delightful package." - National Reading Campaign

"Filled with information, including an extensive facts section at the end of the story, Winter's Coming could be a valuable resource for elementary school students... Joseé Bisaillon's mixed-media collage illustrations capture the rich beauty of the changing seasons and bring the little hare and her world vividly to life." - Canadian Review of Materials

"A beautifully illustrated non-fiction picture book that introduces primary aged children to various animal adaptations to winter." - Canadian Teacher Magazine

"The text is lengthy with description and dialogue, but it develops the animals' personalities." - Resource Links