My dogs are already bored with the colder weather and being inside more. To save your kids from the winter blues, try some of these great science activities and experiments in “Activities and Resources!” Who can resist fizzing Christmas trees, gingerbread man science, or holiday slime? But first, start off with a book or two to welcome the season and introduce the topic.
Winter Wonderland (National Geographic Kids) by Jill Esbaum. Ages 3—5. A great photo-picture book to introduce the season.
Animals in Winter by Henrietta Bancroft (Author), Richard G. Van Gelder (Author), and Helen K. Davie (Illustrator). Ages 2-6. Where do animals go in the winter? How do they stay warm in the snow?
The Story of Snow by Mark Cassino (Author), and Jon Nelson, PhD. Ages 3—8. How do snowflakes form? What shapes do they have? How can I catch one? Read this one to find out!
The Winter Solstice by Ellen Jackson (Author), Jan Davey Ellis (Illustrator). Ages 8—12. Kids may have noticed that it gets dark earlier. What’s the shortest day of the year, and why? How have cultures dealt with this over time?
