I Love the Seasons: Winter
I Love The Seasons Series
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What’s inside...
The book captures the essence of winter through the eyes of a young child exploring the magical transformation of the landscape covered in snow. The child experiences the joys of playing in the snow, the beauty of ice formations, and the warmth of cozy winter evenings. Young children can explore and discuss the season of winter with this beautiful non-fiction picture book. Very simple text, high frequency and decodeable words and strong art-to-text matching make this a perfect book for early readers. It also features questions to encourage readers to relate the information to their own experiences. It is part of the series 'I Love the Seasons' which helps young children aged 4+ to discover the seasons. The books are great for seasonable topics and projects in the early years.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
4-8
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What did you enjoy the most about winter in the book?
How do you think the animals feel during winter and why?
What are some activities you would like to try in winter?
Can you think of any ways we can help animals in winter like the characters did?
How is winter different from the other seasons shown in the book?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their thoughts and feelings about winter by relating it to their personal experiences.
Use the illustrations in the book to ask your child to describe different winter scenes and what they like about each one.
Discuss the needs and behaviors of animals during winter and relate it to the importance of caring for nature.
Plan a family activity inspired by the book, such as bird-feeding or a winter walk, to bring the book's themes to life.
Invite your child to think about what they would write or draw if they made their own winter story, helping them use their imagination and creativity.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Adaptability
Explanation: The book showcases animals and plants adjusting to the colder weather, teaching children how living beings adapt to different seasons.
Real-World Application: Children learn to adjust to changes in their own environments, such as weather changes or transitioning from home to school.
Example Lesson: Patience
Explanation: As characters in the book wait for the snow to melt, children see the value of waiting patiently for certain events or seasons to come.
Real-World Application: This can help children understand the importance of waiting for their turn or for special occasions like birthdays or holidays.
Example Lesson: Appreciation of Nature
Explanation: The book's vivid illustrations of winter scenes can instill a sense of wonder and appreciation for the natural world.
Real-World Application: Encourages children to observe and enjoy their natural surroundings, promoting activities like nature walks and outdoor play in winter.
Example Lesson: Understanding of Seasons
Explanation: Through narrative and pictures, the book explains the characteristics of winter, helping children understand seasonal changes.
Real-World Application: This knowledge helps children grasp basic weather concepts and can be applied in their daily conversation or in school activities related to seasons.