The only thing that brings as much joy to my kids as a snow day is reading (and rereading) picture books about snow.
Kids love snow. We live in North Carolina where it doesn’t snow very often, but when it does, my kids can’t get enough of it. They play outside for hours before coming in, soaking wet and looking for hot chocolate and good books to curl up with.
Picture books about snow tend to be cozy in nature and often feature sweet stories of friendship and good deeds.
Here are some fantastic picture books about snow to snuggle up with this winter.
For more picture books about winter, check out this reading list.
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11 Picture Books About Snow for Kids
A Polar Bear in the Snow by Mac Barnett, illustrated by Shawn Harris
Mac Barnett fans will be overjoyed with this gorgeous picture book about a polar bear in the snow. The polar bear heads out into the snow, but where is he going? He explores the mountains and the ocean and finds other animals. If you’ve ever read a Mac Barnett book, you’ll know that nothing is as it seems. Kids and adults alike will love this imaginative book!
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First Snow by Nancy Viau, illustrated by Talitha Shipman
A delightful picture book celebrating the first snow of winter and all the joy the season brings with it. First Snow has short, rhyming sentences and fun, lyrical text. It’s great for reading aloud to young kids and getting them excited about playing in the snow.
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The Snowy Nap by Jan Brett
Author of many picture books about snow and winter such as The Mitten and Home for Christmas, Jan Brett treats readers to a new wintery tale. With a snowstorm on the way, Hedgie is too excited to hibernate. Instead, he decides to stay awake to witness the wonder of winter for himself.
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Little Owl’s Snow by Divya Srinivasan
Little Owl watches the seasons change from fall to winter in this adorable addition to the Little Owl series. Leaves change color, birds migrate, and temperatures drop before the main event—snow!
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Good Morning Snowplow! by Deborah Bruss, illustrated by Lou Fancher and Steve Johnson
Kids that love machinery and vehicles will adore this snow-filled picture book. A man and his dog say goodnight to their sleepy little town as they gear up for a night of snow removal. With lots of machines and spot-on rhyme, this should definitely be on your list of picture books about snow!
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Winter is Here by Kevin Henkes, illustrated by Laura Dronzek
I love Kevin Henkes, so I was thrilled to see this follow-up to his and Laura’s two other seasonal books When Spring Comes and In the Middle of Fall. A joyful celebration of winter, snow, and everything the season brings, kids will adore reading this fun and vibrant picture book.
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All Right Already! A Snowy Story by Jory John, illustrated by Benji Davies
Adding to our list of picture books about snow is this hilarious story from the creators of Goodnight Already! Duck is thrilled about having a snow day, but Bear wants to stay inside where it’s warm and cozy. Chock full of laughs and fun, kids will adore this humorous story of two friends and their very different attitudes toward snow.
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Small Walt and Mo the Tow by Elizabeth Verdick, illustrated by Marc Rosenthal
In this adorable sequel to Small Walt, our favorite little snowplow befriends a tow truck when he finds a car stuck in a ditch. With a charming winter story and retro-looking illustrations, Small Walt is on his way to becoming a classic character for modern children that love cars and trucks.
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Small Walt Spots Dot by Elizabeth Verdick, illustrated by Marc Rosenthal
Since we love Small Walt so much, we decided to include his newest book on this list as well. When Small Walt and Gus find a lost dog in the snow, they give her to a police officer, who promises to get her home. But both of them miss the dog once she’s gone. When they stop in the parking lot of the animal shelter, Gus and Walt are reunited with their four-legged friend. Kids that love pets and are passionate about animal adoption will adore this cozy winter tale.
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Little Fox in the Snow by Jonathan London, illustrated by Daniel Miyares
This beautiful picture book gives young readers a glimpse into the world of forest animals in winter. A bright red fox emerges from its burrow to explore a snow-filled forest. The fox encounters other forest animals, both prey and predator, in this snowy adventure.
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Got to Get to Bear’s by Brian Lies
Brian Lies is another author that I adore, so I was excited to see his newest book, Got to Get to Bear’s hit bookstores. When Bear asks her best friend, a chipmunk named Izzy, to come for a visit, Izzy will do anything to comply. Through a raging blizzard and snow too deep to navigate, Izzy (and a few friends) bravely make their way to Bear’s house.
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Once Upon a Snowstorm by Richard Johnson
If you love gorgeous artwork and clever storytelling, this winter picture book is just the ticket. A young boy and his father get separated during a snowstorm. Finding himself alone, the boy befriends a wild bear, who helps him return home to his father. This wordless picture book is perfect for kids that love magical picture books about snow and winter.
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Making a Friend by Tammi Sauer, illustrated by Alison Friend
Fresh snow, building a snowman, and making new friends! This is a clever story about a lonely little beaver and his attempt to build a snowman friend for himself. When Raccoon stops to help, an unlikely friendship is born. A perfect addition to our reading list of picture books about snow.
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What are your favorite picture books about snow?
