Cozy Reads for Winter Weather: Top 25 Books for Kids Ages 0-5
1. "The Snowy Day" by Ezra Jack Keats
A classic tale of a young boy's adventure in the snow, capturing the wonder of a winter's day.
2. "Bear Stays Up for Christmas" by Karma Wilson
Join Bear and his forest friends as they celebrate Christmas and learn the true meaning of friendship and giving.
3. "Polar Bear, Polar Bear, What Do You Hear?" by Bill Martin Jr. and Eric Carle
A delightful interactive book that introduces children to a variety of winter animals and their sounds.
4. "Winter" by Gerda Muller
A beautifully illustrated wordless book depicting the joys of winter through the eyes of a child.
5. "The Mitten" by Jan Brett
Watch as a lost mitten becomes a cozy home for a variety of woodland animals in this charming winter story.
6. "Owl Moon" by Jane Yolen
A poetic and tender tale of a father and daughter's quiet nighttime adventure to spot an owl.
7. "Snow" by Sam Usher
A story about a boy's anticipation for the first snowfall and the exciting adventures that follow.
8. "Red Sled" by Lita Judge
Discover the secret nighttime escapades of a little boy and his woodland friends as they enjoy the snow.
9. "Snowmen at Night" by Caralyn Buehner
Ever wondered what snowmen do when we're asleep? This playful book reveals their antics!
10. "The Snowman" by Raymond Briggs
A wordless picture book capturing the enchanting tale of a boy and his magical snowman.
11. "Goodbye Autumn, Hello Winter" by Kenard Pak
A heartwarming story that follows a brother and sister as they witness the transition from autumn to winter.
12. "The Biggest Snowman Ever" by Steven Kroll
A delightful story about teamwork and friendship as the town comes together to build the biggest snowman ever.
13. "Blizzard" by John Rocco
Based on a true story, this book recounts a boy's adventure during the historic Blizzard of 1978.
14. "The Hat" by Jan Brett
Follow Hedgie the hedgehog as he gets a winter hat stuck on his spines and the forest animals' reactions to this oddity.
15. "Snowballs" by Lois Ehlert
An artistic exploration of creating snow people using various materials, inspiring creativity in young readers.
16. "Dream Snow" by Eric Carle
A simple and delightful story about a farmer and his animals on a snowy Christmas Eve.
17. "The Itsy Bitsy Snowman" by Jeffrey Burton
A winter-themed twist on the classic nursery rhyme, perfect for little ones.
18. "Fletcher and the Falling Leaves" by Julia Rawlinson
Although not exclusively a winter book, this tale about change and the beauty of each season is a great read during winter.
19. "Mouse's First Snow" by Lauren Thompson
Follow Mouse as he experiences the magic of snow for the first time in this sweet and simple story.
20. "The Snow Globe Family" by Jane O'Connor
Discover the adventures of a little family living inside a snow globe in this charming winter tale.
21. "Winter Dance" by Marion Dane Bauer
A lyrical story that portrays the preparations of various animals for winter.
22. "Snowmen at Christmas" by Caralyn Buehner
Join the snowmen as they celebrate Christmas in this imaginative and whimsical tale.
23. The Illustrated Robert Frost: 15 Winter Poems for Children - Poetry by Robert Frost, Illustrated by KeriAnne Jelinek
Experience the changing seasons through the eyes of Robert Frost's beautiful wintery poetry. A delightfully illustrated picture book for children.
24. "The Twelve Days of Winter" by Deborah Lee Rose
A charming winter adaptation of the classic holiday song, "The Twelve Days of Christmas."
25. "Baby Loves Winter" by Karen Katz
A delightful lift-the-flap book that introduces little ones to the joys of winter.
With these wonderful winter books, you can create cozy and memorable reading moments with your young ones, fostering a love for reading and the magic of the winter season. Happy reading and stay warm!
Written by KeriAnne N. Jelinek for
Sloth Dreams Books & Publishing, LLC.
Written: September 25, 2023
KeriAnne N. Jelinek is a bestselling children's author, book consultant, children's book self-publishing expert, book marketer, educator, and holds over 25 years of teaching experience. She loves educational books and enjoys reading books with her daughter. She is the owner, founder, and CEO of Sloths Love to Read Podcast, and Sloth Dreams Books & Publishing, LLC.
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