Overview
Celebrate the magic and wonder of winter through inclusive, CVI-informed storytelling! Winter Is¿ invites children to explore the sensations, traditions, and beauty that make the coldest season so special. From snowflakes to scarves, this rhythmic and visually accessible book helps young readers experience winter through connection, curiosity, and joy. Designed with bold, high-contrast images on black backgrounds, simple rhythmic text, and vivid image descriptions, this book supports engagement and comprehension for children with visual impairments, developmental differences, and sensory needs. Created by educator Amy Shepherd, M.Ed., this title continues the Seasons Are... series-books that help all children explore the world through accessible, inclusive design and joyful learning.
Full Product Details
Author: M Ed Amy Shepherd ,
Rachel Worden
Publisher: Little Dandelion Press
Imprint: Little Dandelion Press
Edition: Large type / large print edition
Volume: 4
Dimensions:
Width: 21.60cm
, Height: 0.20cm
, Length: 21.60cm
Weight: 0.086kg
ISBN: 9798999882233
Pages: 26
Publication Date: 25 November 2025
Recommended Age: From 2 to 8 years
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: Available To Order
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Author Information
Amy Shepherd, M.Ed., is a parent, educator, and advocate for children who are blind or visually impaired. Her journey began as the mother of a young man who is legally blind and grew into a passion for making early learning more accessible and joyful for all children.She serves as the Parent Liaison for the Michigan Department of Education's Resources for Blind and Low Vision. Amy holds a Master's in Education and Social Policy from Northwestern University, a Perkins-Roman CVI Range Endorsement, and iscompleting a graduate certificate in CVI at UMass Boston.Hooray for Summer is her debut published book-created with love, grounded in best practices, and driven by a deep commitment to accessibility. It's the first in a growing collection from the CVI Book Nook, which she founded to spark wonder, promote exploration, and design inclusive materials for early learners. Rachel Worden is the founder of Little Dandelion Press, a children's publishing imprint dedicated to inclusive, CVI-informed design. As both a parent and advocate, Rachel brings deep insight into how children with Cortical Visual Impairment (CVI) and sensory differences experience the world. Her editorial work focuses on ensuring that every book blends accessibility with joyful, engaging storytelling-helping all children connect, learn, and thrive through inclusive literature.
