Illus. in full color. "While other mice are gathering food for the winter, Frederick seems to daydream the summer away. When dreary winter comes, it is Frederick the poet-mouse who warms his friends and cheers them with his words."--Wilson Library Bulletin.

"A splendid achievement."--(starred) School Library Journal. 

Awards:

Winner 1967 - School Library Journal Best Books of the Year
Winner 1966 - ALA Notable Children's Books
Winner 1966 - Library of Congress Children's Books of the Year
Winner 1967 - New York Times Best Illustrated Books of the Year
Winner 1966 - ALA Caldecott Honor Books