"The Snowy Day," one of the most beloved American children's books of the 20th century, was honored with a series of new postage stamps. The four stamps depict Peter, the main character of Ezra Jack Keats' famous book, First published in 1962, the book was one of the first successful picture books for children to feature an African American main character. The book was awarded the Caldecott Medal, which is considered the most prestigious award for picture books, in 1963.

The book, illustrated with a series of collages, follows Peter as he wakes up and finds that snow has blanketed his city overnight. The young boy, dressed in a red snowsuit, explores the winter wonderland, making snow angels and snowballs.