kathy brandon books

The Adventures of Nonna and the Little Red Truck in Winter invites readers to hear the story of this heartwarming journey through a snow-covered wonderland, packed with delightful adventures and winter magic told from the perspective of the grandchild visiting the midwest wonderland. At the wheel of her trusty little red truck, Nonna, along with her grandchild and their lovable dogs, Monty and Titan, sets out to make the most of the frosty season. With each page, readers are transported to a new winter activity, brimming with excitement, discovery, and cozy family moments as they listen or read what is happening on each page.

As the snow falls in sparkling drifts, the little red truck hums through winding roads, taking the family to magical destinations. Whether it’s the sharp crunch of boots on snow or the whoosh of skates gliding over ice, every scene is brought to life with rich sensory details and engaging onomatopoeias. The adventures are perfect for readers who cherish family traditions and the simple joys of the season.

Together, while ice fishing, they drill a small hole in the ice, listening to the scritch-scratch of the auger as it cuts through. With fishing lines cast and the dogs curled up beside them, the family waits, sharing hot cocoa and stories as their breath clouds the icy air.

Next, the little red truck pulls into the town center, where an outdoor skating rink sparkles with string lights draped across swaying pine trees. The grandchild laces up skates, their heart racing with excitement. The swish-swish of skates fills the air as they glide across the ice, with Nonna close behind, offering encouragement and laughter.

One frosty afternoon, Nonna leads the way to a hidden grove of maple trees, their trunks sturdy and their branches heavy with snow. The family gets to work tap-tap-tapping spouts into the trees to collect sap. Back at Nonna’s kitchen, the sap bubbles in a pot, filling the room with a sweet aroma.

With snowshoes strapped tightly, the family sets off on a snowy trail, Monty and Titan bounding ahead through the drifts. Along the way, they discover animal tracks winding through the snow, sparking curiosity about the forest’s hidden creatures. Nonna shares tales of winter wildlife, weaving a sense of wonder into the snowy silence.

On a bright morning, the little red truck rumbles toward a tree farm nestled in a valley. Rows of evergreens stretch out before them, each tree dusted with a soft layer of snow.

As dusk falls, the little red truck rolls into a zoo transformed by thousands of glittering lights. The grandchild’s eyes widen in wonder at the glowing animal displays, from sparkling polar bears to twinkling penguins. Nonna shares stories about the animals they see, weaving learning into the winter wonderland setting.

Come and join the narrator, Nonna, Titan and Monty as they explore all that a midwest winter has to offer.