I Hear the Snow, I Smell the Sea

I Hear the Snow, I Smell the Sea by Janice Milusich is a quiet, beautifully illustrated book that encourages readers to slow down and really notice the world around them.This book brings readers into the world where we need to use all of our senses. When reading this book, children should learn to hear, smell, and feel our environments—and how those experiences shape the way we understand and connect to life.

What I loved most about this book is how gentle and reflective it feels. Milusich has a way of describing everyday sensory moments that makes them feel meaningful and almost magical. Whether it’s the sound of snow falling or the smell of the ocean air, the writing pulls you into the moment and invites you to pause and take it in. Janice is a teacher for the visually impaired and blind which gives her a unique perspective as an author.

I Hear the Snow, I Smell the Sea is thoughtful and calming, the kind of read that stays with you after you close it. It naturally opens the door to conversations about mindfulness, sensory awareness, and how different people experience the same world in different ways.

This book is ideal for the classroom as well as home library in helping both parents and educators looking to spark sensory-based discussions.