The Snowy Day, published in 1962, has been a wintertime favorite for more than 50 years. It is the story of a small boy exploring his neighborhood on a snowy day. The story captures all the wonderful things experienced with all five senses when we wake up to a snow-covered morning. In the city, in the country, on a school day, or a snow day-off day, fresh snow is a thrilling experience! You can listen right now to this animated version of The Snow Day expertly and wonderfully read aloud by composer, poet, and artist, Napoleon Maddox. You can learn more about this storytime classic in A Poem for Peter: the Story of Ezra Jack Keats and the Creation of the Snow Day. Enjoy winter storytime online!
Talk!
After listening to the winter storytime online, talk about some of the things that happened in it.
- When Peter went out into the snow, what were some of the things he did to have fun?
- What happened to the snowball that Peter put in his pocket to save for the next day?
- When Peter went to sleep, what did he dream? Did his dream come true?
- If there was a snow storm here, what would you like to do?
Read!
Use your Library Card to check out books about winter at any of our locations, or check out winter e-books and audiobooks from OverDrive Kids right to your device!
If you have never borrowed from OverDrive before Libby directions and a Libby video tutorial are available, as well as OverDrive Support.
Click on the book covers below to listen to more winter video read aloud stories right now! It’s winter storytime online! Did you like these? You can find more stories at Free Video Read Alouds and enjoy even more themed reading and activity fun at the Library’s DIY Online Storytimes at Home.
Sing!
Enjoy 25 minutes of joyful, cozy songs for winter! Laurie Berkner Band’s “Winter Songs” playlist is packed with wintry fun!
Write!
Find some crayons or makers to color a picture, practice writing the letters, or see if you can follow your way through a maze without getting stuck.
Play!
Take a winter walk and read a story as you go! We invite you to visit one of our StoryWalks®. Stroll through a park and read a book displayed in mounted frames. Or Skip. Or gallop!
Explore the Library’s Pinterest Board: Winter or KidLitTV’s Winter Books & Activities.
Join Us for In-Person Storytime!
- Event: Storytime at College Avenue – Babies
- Date & Time: Friday, August 14, 10:30am
- Location: College Avenue Branch
- Description: Mother Goose is on the loose! Babies up to 24 months and an adult are invited for stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Each session is followed by playtime just for babies.
- No Registration Required.
- Event: Senior Storytime
- Date & Time: Friday, August 14, 10:30am
- Location: Nora Branch
- Description: Seniors and other adults are invited to listen to a read-aloud of some poems and a short story, followed by a discussion.
- No Registration Required.
- Event: Storytime with Buddy the Dinosaur
- Date & Time: Friday, August 14, 10:30am
- Location: Glendale Branch
- Description: Join WFYI for a special storytime with Buddy the Dinosaur! Children and families can join their librarian for stories, then do hands-on activities with WFYI. Stick around for an opportunity to meet Buddy the Dinosaur from Dinosaur Train.
- No Registration Required.
It’s Cold, But It’s Snow Much Fun! Winter Favorites for Kids
It’s true, there’s no day like a snow day! Go out and play, and then cuddle up with some hot chocolate and a stack of these favorite winter tales.
Need Help?
Ask a Library staff member at any of our locations or call, text, or email Ask-a-Librarian. The Tinker Station helpline at (317) 275-4500 is also available. It is staffed by device experts who can answer questions about how to read, watch and listen on a PC, tablet or phone.
