Winter is a season that is full of beautiful sights, and lots of fun activities.
You will love this book list filled with favoritewinter picture books!
So pick one of thesebest winter picture booksand start reading this January!
Winter Picture Books
Curl up with one of these super cutewinter picture books.
Plus you will love the pretty pictures and catchy text too.
This playful story follows a young boy and his dog as they wait excitedly for a snowy day.
They know that the few snowflakes will amount to something wonderful, despite what everyone else says.
Snowwas written by Cynthia Rylant and illustrated by Lauren Stringer.
The illustrations are gorgeous, and they make you want to play in the snow with the children.
The Snowy Daywas written and illustrated by Ezra Jack Keats.
Little Owls Snowwas written and illustrated by Divya Srinivasan.
The poetic text is spread across the pages, becoming a part of the vibrant and tranquil illustrations.
Curious About Snowwas written by Gina Shaw.
This fascinating non-fiction book explores the science behind snow.
The text is accompanied by large, clear photographs that celebrate the beauty of snow.
The Biggest Snowman Everwas written by Steven Kroll and illustrated by Jeni Bassett.
Snowman Magicwas written by Katherine Tegen and illustrated by Brandon Dorman.
This story follows a young boy named George as he celebrates a snow day by making a snowman.
The snowman then comes to life, and they have all kinds of fun playing together.
But what happens when his new friend melts?
This sweet story is accompanied by beautiful illustrations that capture all the magical fun of a snowy day.
The Snowbearwas written by Sean Taylor and illustrated by Claire Alexander.
This sweet story follows two young kids as they play in the snow and build a happy looking snowbear.
When they get into trouble sledding in the woods, the snowbear comes to life and rescues them.
The story is full of imagination and wonder, and kids will love the adorable snowbear.
Winter Books for Preschoolers
Winter means lots of extra gear to go outside and play.
The Mittenwas written and illustrated by Jan Brett.
The Mitten Treewas written by Candace Christiansen and illustrated by Elaine Greenstein.
She leaves them on a nearby tree and watches as he discovers them.
The Missing Mitten Mysterywas written and illustrated by Steven Kellogg.
This fun story follows a young girl named Annie as she searches for her missing red mitten.
The story has a sweet conclusion, and the engaging and colorful illustrations are full of personality.
As the animals all prepare for winter, the fox isnt sure what to do.
His animal friends all make a run at share their own ideas, but nothing seems to suit him.
Animals in Winterwas written by Henrietta Bancroft and Richard G. Van Gelder and illustrated by Helen K. Davie.
Over and Under the Snowwas written by Kate Messner and illustrated by Christopher Silas Neal.
Bear Has a Story to Tellwas written by Philip C. Stead and illustrated by Erin E. Stead.
He helps them get ready, and eventually falls asleep himself.
The illustrations steal the show with the delicate pencil and watercolor artwork showcasing the beauty of their natural surroundings.
Frederickwas written and illustrated by Leo Lionni.
Instead, Frederick chooses to colors, words, and sun rays for dismal winter days.
The illustrations are done in Lionnis signature collage style, with the vibrant textures popping on the white background.
Best Winter Picture Books
Winter is a great time to get active enjoying some activities like skiing.
Learning to Ski with Mr. Mageewas written and illustrated by Chris Van Dusen.
A curious moose puts them into a precarious situation, but he may just save them in the end!
Squirrels on Skiswas written J. Hamilton Ray and illustrated by Pascal Lemaitre.
This funny story follows the troubles of a small town that is overrun by squirrels on skis.
The rhyming text is lots of fun to read aloud, and the illustrations are entertaining and funny.
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