We live in an area that gets a ton of snow, so we love reading books about snowmen, snow days, and playing in the snow. So I’m excited to share this list of new snow books for kids that feature all of the fun that the snowy weather can bring.
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Snow Still
Written and illustrated by Holly Surplice
This board book follows a little fawn as it romps and plays in the snow. The simple text is made up of small two word phrases on each two page spread. The illustrations tell the story, showing the little fawn exploring the winter woods and finding all kinds of adventures and animal friends along the way.
A Day for Skating
Written by Sarah Sullivan and illustrated by Madeline Valentine
Join a group of families as they gather on the ice for a day of skating fun. The rhyming text uses short phrases and descriptive words to put the reader in the scene and make them long for an entire day of icy fun. The soft illustrations feature a diverse cast of characters participating in different icy activities, and winding down after a long day of fun.
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Snow Much Fun!
Written by Nancy Siscoe and illustrated by Sabina Gibson
This adorable story follows three cute animal friends named Berry, Ginger, and Willow, as they participate in all kinds of winter activities together. Berry and Ginger are very excited about the snow, but Willow isn’t so sure. Together they discover all the fun that playing in the snow can bring. The rhyming text is full of action words, and the detailed soft sculpture illustrations use a variety of colorful textures.
Roly Poly
Written by Mem Fox and illustrated by Jane Dyer
Roly Poly is a little polar bear who is happy with his life. But one day, he is surprised to find that he now has a little brother. He doesn’t want to get to know him or learn to share with him, but when his new little brother ends up in trouble, will Roly Poly save the day? The sweet story is accompanied by adorable illustrations featuring soft needle felted polar bears and scenery. Kids will love the cute little polar bears, and the story holds an important message about family.
Snowy Race
Written by April Jones Prince and illustrated by Christine Davenier
Join a little girl and her father as they hop on the plow truck and race through the snow. They make their way through driving snow and treacherous roads to get to the train station to pick up a very important person. The rhyming text uses short descriptive phrases to amp up the action and leave readers on the edge of their seats as they make their way through the snowstorm.
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The Little Snowplow Wishes for Snow
Written by Lora Koehler and illustrated by Jake Parker
The Little Snowplow loves working with the Mighty Mountain Road Crew, but he cannot wait for the snow to start. He waits and waits for snowy weather, but he soon starts to worry that it will never snow. When his birthday approaches, he hopes that the weather will change, and his truck friends hope to make his birthday the best one yet. The illustrations feature adorable truck characters that kids will love.