Stem Stories is a program that encourages preschoolers to get outside and explore their world. This age group thrives on hand's on learning so this is a perfect opportunity to connect with your little one in their favorite place outside! This month's theme explores snow, join us as we discover all the wonders of winter.
Join Ellen as she experiments with all things snow!
Animals in Winter by
Describes the many different ways animals cope with winter, including migration, hibernation, and food storage.
National Geographic Kids Ultimate Weatherpedia by
Combines engaging facts with striking close-up images in a weather-themed entry in the series that includes Dinopedia, which draws on the latest science to discuss climate change, animal adaptation behaviors and the remarkable experience of catastrophic weather survivors. Illustrations.
Big Snow by
An excited and frustrated boy watches hopefully as wintry weather develops slowly into a "big snow." While "helping" his mother with holiday housecleaning, a boy keeps a watchful eye on the progress of a winter storm. He's hoping for a big snow. Areally big snow. Inside, he is underfoot, turning sheet-changing and tub-scrubbing into imaginary whiteouts. Outside, flakes are flying. But over the course of a long day (for Mom) the clouds seem slow on delivering a serious snowfall. Then comes a dreamy naptime adventure, marking just the beginning of high hopes coming true in this irresistible seasonal story.
Brownie Groundhog and the Wintry Surprise by
Kids will love this wintry-wonderful follow-up to the popular Brownie Groundhog and the February Fox. Brownie is ready for a long winter's nap. "Just don't wake me up," she warns. But her friends miss her so much that they can't bear to obey her orders--and they turn Brownie's "do not disturb" into a comic commotion, complete with a stunningly beautiful nighttime surprise. Susan Blackaby has created a fun romp filled with delightful wordplay, enhanced by Carmen Segovia's illustrations featuring splashes of color against a snowy backdrop.
Snowflake in My Pocket by
The snow is coming - Bear can smell it! And Squirrel is so excited - he's never seen snow before! But when the snow arrives, Bear suddenly gets sick. Can Squirrel still bring some silvery, sparkly, magical whiteness to his best friend? Featuring a cut-out window in Squirrel's oak tree home, giving readers a sneak-peek to the wintry world outside, this delicately-crafted book captures the cozy, cuddly feeling of sharing a snowy night with a loved one, and is the perfect read for parents and children to treasure together all year round.
Secrets of Winter by
Who is out and about during wintertime? Shine a light behind the pages and discover a natural winter world full of surprises!
Good Morning, Snowplow! by
For fans of Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site!As the rest of the town settles in to bed, one man, his dog, and a trusty snowplow get ready for a night's work. Follow them through slick roads and swirling drifts in this sweet, rhyming book by Deborah Bruss and New York Times bestselling illustrators Lou Fancher and Steve Johnson.
Snowball by
The weather report says "Snow." Yet there is no sign of it on Monday, or on Tuesday or Wednesday or Thursday. But oh, when it comes, it is as thick and white and wonderful (and perfect for snowballs) as the exuberant young narrator dreamed. Young fans who already love Nina Crews's striking photo-collage picture books will revel in this winter wonderland. Zip up your jacket and come outside. It's snowing!
Snow Sisters! by
A pair of sisters awakens to the same snowy day, but they approach it in very different ways. The red-haired girl excitedly bounds out of bed and bundles up to play outside, while her brown-haired sibling cozily settles into a chair with a stack of books and steaming mug of hot chocolate.
The Snow Bear by
A polar bear cub has lost his mother in the snow-covered forest. Unable to find her after a long search, he decides to build a big white bear out of snow to keep him company while he waits. His forest friends arrive one by one to help him, but when darkness falls, their own mothers call them home. The little white bear is left alone again. The cub cuddles close to the snow bear and falls fast asleep. But listen! As dawn breaks, who comes sniffing and searching through the trees? Nature lovers of all ages will delight in the captivating illustrations and the reassuring story of friendship, teamwork, and a mother's love. On every page, lavish embossing and silver accents gently illuminate the frosty beauty of the forest setting.
Snowflake Bentley by
In this Caldecott Medal-winning picture book, the true story of Wilson Bentley and his singular fascination with snowflakes is rendered in rich prose and gorgeous artwork, perfect for the holidays, snow days, and everyday. Wilson Bentley was always fascinated by snow. In childhood and adulthood, he saw each tiny crystal of a snowflake as a little miracle and wanted to understand them. His parents supported his curiosity and saved until they could give him his own camera and microscope. At the time, his enthusiasm was misunderstood. But with patience and determination, Wilson catalogued hundreds of snowflake photographs, gave slideshows of his findings and, when he was 66, published a book of his photos. His work became the basis for all we know about beautiful, unique snowflakes today. This biographical tribute to a very special farmer is the perfect holiday gift or snow day read.
