Ezra Jack Keats wrote and illustrated picture books about children exploring city neighbourhoods, with everyday experiences given space to feel important. The Snowy Day follows Peter as he walks through fresh snow, makes tracks, knocks snow from a tree and brings a snowball home in his pocket, using simple events to capture how a child notices weather and movement. Whistle for Willie follows Peter practising until he can whistle for his dog, while Peter's Chair deals with jealousy when household furniture is repainted for a new baby. Goggles! places Peter and his friend Archie in a conflict over a pair of motorcycle goggles found near their neighbourhood hideout. Keats used collage, painted paper and bold shapes to create urban scenes that are visually distinctive without overwhelming the spare text. The body of work crosses classic picture books, city stories and early childhood reading. The Snowy Day gives the most direct introduction, followed by the other Peter books for recurring characters and neighbourhood life. Read more Less
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