We had our first snow flurries of the season, which means hot chocolate and winter-themed books by the fire! There’s nothing better than cuddling under a cozy blanket on the couch together for a fun read-aloud session.

From board books to picture books to early readers, here are our best winter books for kids.

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Even if you don’t live in a snowy climate, these winter books can teach your children new vocabulary and get you both excited for a new season!

Best Winter Books for Kids

Head over to the library, and check out these titles — sorted alphabetically by book title! (Reminder: Rolling Prairie Readers uses affiliate links at no additional cost to you. You can see our full disclosure policy here.)


Carl’s Snowy Afternoon

by Alexandra Day


Duck & Goose: It’s Time for Christmas
by Tad Hills


Elmer in the Snow
by David McKee


First Snow
by Bernette Ford


First Snow 
by Kim Lewis


How Do You Know It’s Winter?
by Allan Fowler


The Jacket I Wear in the Snow
by Shirley Neitzel


Katy and the Big Snow
by Virginia Lee Burton


Little Blue Truck’s Christmas
by Alice Schertle


Ready for Winter
by Marthe Johnson


Secrets of Winter (a Shine-a-Light Book)
by Carron Brown & Georgina Tee


Snow
by Marion Dane Bauer


Snow
by Uri Schulevitz


Snow
by Nancy Elizabeth Wallace


Snowballs
by Lois Ehlert


Snow Day
by Betsy Maestro


Snow Day
by Daniel Peddle


Snowflakes
by Martha E. H. Rustad


The Snowy Day
by Ezra Jack Keats


Winter is Here
by Kevin Henkes


After playing outside and warming up with a few good books, my girls LOVED this winter-themed art invitation. We brought in fresh snow (crushed ice could also work well if you’re not in a snowy climate) and used watercolors to create interesting designs. I went out for more snow frequently throughout the morning as it melted, creating some really unique patterns!

Winter Art for Kids | Snow + Watercolors

Did I miss any of the best winter books? Share your recommendation below!