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If You Like Cozy Stories for Winter

 Winter picture books really bring out the magic and beauty of the snowy season with the beautiful illustrations and cozy text. There is nothing better than a good book, a cozy blanket and time spent reading together. Here is a list of winter picture books to read and enjoy during this snowy season.


Written by Eliza Wheeler
New York: Nancy Paulsen Books, 2024. Picture Book.

The animals in Acorn Village are all busy doing cozy activities together. They like spending time playing outside in the snow, doing art projects, baking yummy treats, and reading cozy stories together by the fire. 

The cozy winter feeling of this book will have readers wanting it to snow so they can play outside and fall asleep to the sound of softly falling snow. A perfect book to read when getting ready for a cozy winter's nap. 



Written by Robert Burleigh
Illustrated by Wendell Minor
New York: Little Brown and Company, 2024. Picture Book.

The coldest months of the year can also be the most magical as you skate on the ice, go sledding, build snowmen and drink hot chocolate. You can read about all of the different winter activities through rhyming text and watercolor illustrations. Experience the magic of winter as you read in the cozy warmth of your home.  


Written by Jan Brett
New York: G.P. Putnam's Sons, 2024. Picture Book.

Alice see's a white rabbit and follows him down an Alaskan glacier and into a rabbit hole. There she discovers a world of topsy-turvy fun and silliness as characters like the Cheshire Cat, and the Queen of hearts come to life in this retelling of the classic tale by Lewis Carroll. 

The story is set in Alaska with winter animals and fun additional information about the history of Alaska along with Jan Brett's stunning illustrations. 


Written by Laura Gehl
Illustrated by Sonia Sanchez
New York: Simon & Schuster Books for Young Readers, 2024. Picture Book.

It's the first snowfall of the season and the white snow is magically sparkling in the sun. It's a snow day and a young child is anxious to go outside to play in the snow, build a snowman, and have a snowball fight. Then after a fun day in the snow it's time to snuggle down in front of the fire with a blanket, some cookies, and hot chocolate. 

This is a perfect book to read to help kick off the winter season.





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