Winter picture books

Updated November 8, 2024
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The shortest day
Cooper, Susan
Paper Book
A New York Times bestseller! In this seasonal treasure, Newbery Medalist Susan Cooper's beloved poem heralds the winter solstice, illuminated by Caldecott Honoree Carson Ellis's strikingly resonant illustrations. So the shortest day came, and...
So Cold!
Coy, John/ Park, Chris (ILT)
Paper Book
Embrace the cold with this engaging children's book about a father and son who practice science experiments using household objects outside on a snowy day!  When the temperature drops far below freezing, many people plan to stay warm and cozy inside. But when it's "so cold" that...
On the shortest day
Fredrickson, Laura Sulentich
Paper Book
In late December, snow blankets the landscape and the daylight hours are brief. Bundled up against the cold, a child and an adult explore the slough, a marshy area along the river where many animals live, hunt, and play. The scene is quiet, yet alive with activity--if you know where to look. ...
My winter city
Gladstone, James
Paper Book
A boy, his father and their dog have a perfect day in a snowy city, illustrated by Governor General's Literary Award winner Gary Clement. A young boy wakes up in the early light of a winter morning, pulls on his boots and mittens, and steps out into the snowy city with his dad. They trudge...
Winter is here
Henkes, Kevin
Paper Book
This picture book about winter celebrates the sights, sounds, and smells of the season. From Caldecott Medalist and Newbery Honor author Kevin Henkes and acclaimed painter Laura Dronzek, the bestselling and award-winning creators of seasonal favorites When Spring Comes...
Harold hates to hibernate
Kousky, Vern
Paper Book
In the sweet and charming follow-up to the beloved picture book Harold Loves His Woolly Hat, little bear Harold is NOT ready to to go to sleep-and, just like kids everywhere, he makes every attempt to stay awake. Harold loves the springtime flowers. And spending time with...
One winter up north
Owens, John
Paper Book
A picture-book journey through the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness in winter, snowshoeing the frozen lakes and silent forest with family, encountering the wonders of northern wildlife in the cold season   In winter the Boundary Waters, way up north in...
A cozy winter day
Wheeler, Eliza
Paper Book
New York Times bestselling author-illustrator Eliza Wheeler welcomes readers to Acorn Village, where a community of adorable forest animals celebrates all the wonder that winter offers. The busy animals of Acorn Village love to spend winter days doing all sorts of...
Winter lullaby
White, Dianne
Paper Book
Rendered with reassuring words and pastoral scenes, this soothing lullaby of a story is sure to settle even the most restless of cubs. Mouse is rushing to her nest. In soft, dry grasses she will rest. Geese are calling, a chilly wind is blowing,...
Is this...winter?
Yoon, Helen
Paper Book
What's with all the blinking lights? With her trademark visual humor and comic timing, Helen Yoon takes a look at some odd winter traditions. High five! It's winter! For one spirited little puppy, winter means romping in the snow, birds to chase, fragrant evergreen trees, and joy...

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