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Jacqueline Briggs Martin
Jacqueline Briggs Martin is the author of Snowflake Bentley, winner of the 1999 Caldecott Medal. She grew up on a farm in Maine and now she lives in Mt. Vernon, Iowa. show more

Jacqueline Briggs Martin is the author of Snowflake Bentley, winner of the 1999 Caldecott Medal. She grew up on a farm in Maine and now she lives in Mt. Vernon, Iowa.
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Birth date: January 01, 1945
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Kaethe
Kaethe rated it 9 years ago
If you're interested in factual picture books, this is a good one. It think it ranks with The Dinosaurs of Waterhouse Hawkins: An Illuminating History of Mr. Waterhouse Hawkins, Artist and Lecturer among my favorites.Library copy
Melody Murray's Books
Melody Murray's Books rated it 13 years ago
Simply told, gorgeously illustrated story of a man's obsession with observing, capturing and sharing snowflakes. I had seen Bentley's photos before but never knew the story of his life. It's a delightful story, on that makes me want to read a full-length biography of the man. Beautifully done.
MargaretBolingMullin
MargaretBolingMullin rated it 14 years ago
6/15/11 ** Gorgeous woodblock & watercolor illustrations. Dual text format - the main text tells the narrative of Bentley's life while sidebar comments provide additional details about his scientific process and other miscellaneous details.
Peace, Love & Books
Peace, Love & Books rated it 15 years ago
Wonderful story, stunning illustrations!
Bashara Likes Books
Bashara Likes Books rated it 16 years ago
Snowflake Bentley is the real life story of Wilson 'Willie' Bentley who grew up on a farm rural Vermont and developed a passion for snow. Thank goodness since his little town received approximately 120 inches per year! In particular Willie became fascinated with snowflakes. He eventually figured ...
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