The Hat by Jan Brett is a beloved classic of barnyard animals helping a friend get a hat off his head. Hedgie tries to convince everyone that they too need a hat to keep their ears warm. This book is perfect for when the weather starts to get chilly.

Little Snowflake by Suzanne Fossey is a story about the journey of a snowflake. Aimed toward younger readers.

No two alike by Keith Baker is a little book about how no two things are alike. Using examples from nature, this book explores individuality and uniqueness.

If You Take a Mouse to the Movies by Laura Numeroff is a delightful story about holiday traditions and cozy winter memories.

Cross Curricular connections:

Art: make paper snowflakes, create symmetry art for no two alike, cut out and decorate sock hats

Social Studies: find out what winter traditions are celebrated in other countries or by other people in our community

PE: discuss what sports are played in the winter. have outdoor pe time. If possible go sledding, play hockey, go skating.

Science: study the water cycle and how snowflakes are formed. Study what happens when the seasons change from autumn to winter.

Language Arts: write poetry inspired by the book ‘No Two Alike’ (ie. no two faces, no two feet, …)

Math: explore shapes of snowflakes and identify patterns. make patterns with winter clothing from ‘the Hat’.