Sadie and the Snowman: Review and 6 Free Activities

Inside: Book review of Sadie and the Snow, plus lots of related activities. I’m sharing one of my favourite winter books this week. TITLE: Sadie and the Snowman AUTHOR: Allen Morgan ILLUSTRATOR: Brenda Clark PUBLISHING: 1985,  Kids Can Press AGES: 3 to 7 TOPIC: Winter, Snow, Seasons OPENING: One cold winter day, Sadie made a snowman in her back yard. … Read more

The Story of Snow: Book Review for First Grade

I have a totally excellent science book for you today that’s all about snow. I read it to my class yesterday and you could have heard a pin drop. They were VERY engaged. Cool Fact: Did you know that each snowflake is made up of thousands of snow crystals? Title: The Story of Snow. The Science of Winter’s Wonder Author: … Read more

Snowballs and a Beautiful Art Lesson

I think you’re going to love this book by Lois Ehlert and the gorgeous winter birds we painted afterwards. Title: Snowballs Author: Lois Ehlert Publisher: Scholastic, 1995 Topic: Weather, Snow, Birds, Art Intended Audience: Ages 4 – 9 Brief Summary: If you thought snowmen only had carrot noses, then you’re in for a big surprise. This book is full of … Read more

What’s Under the SNOW?

Inside: A book review of Under the Snow, plus 12 different links, ideas and downloads. We’ve been doing a winter unit AND it snowed here in sleepy Victoria, so I’m going to feature yet another snow book. Hope you don’t mind, but I forgot how many great ones I have in my collection. Title: Under the Snow Written by: Melissa … Read more

Snow by Cynthia Rylant: Review and Free Activities

Inside: A beautiful book by Cynthia Rylant that you don’t want to miss. Plus two writing and two art projects. Hello! I have the most beautiful winter book to share with you today. Title: Snow Written: Cynthia Rylant Illustrations: Lauren Stringer Publishing: Harcourt Books, 2008 Ages: 5 to 12 Themes: Snow, Imagery, Realistic Fiction Opening: “The best snow is the … Read more