The Snowy Day Awe and Amazement Quotes

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Quote #4

So he made a smiling snowman, and he made angels. (24-25)

Snow is such a magical substance—it invites people to lie down in it and do reclining jumping jacks in order to make snow angels. And who can resist the urge to build a snowman when the snow is just right?

Quote #5

He pretended he was a mountain-climber. He climbed up a great big tall heaping mountain of snow—and slid all the way down.

The giant hills of snow transform the usual landscape of Peter's city, creating mountains, drifts, and giant slides perfect for pretend expeditions.

Quote #6

He told his mother all about his adventures while she took off his wet socks. (29)

Peter considers his activities of the day "adventures," and he enjoys telling his mother about them. Even small things like dragging a stick in the snow can become daring escapades when seen with the awe and amazement of a child's eyes.