Objective

By the end of this lesson, the student will be able to identify and describe the characteristics of snow and understand its connection to geography and the seasons.

Materials and Prep

• Snow-themed picture books
• White paper and crayons/markers
• Access to a window or outdoor area with snow (if available)
• Access to a globe or world map (optional)

No prior knowledge needed, just a curious mind ready to explore!

Activities

• Read a snow-themed picture book and discuss the different features of snow, such as its color, texture, and where it can be found.
• Create a snow-themed drawing using the white paper and crayons/markers, encouraging the student to express their imagination and creativity.
• If possible, observe the snow outside and talk about the different places where snow can be found around the world.

Preschool Grade Talking Points

• "Snow is a special type of frozen water that falls from the sky. It is white and cold, and we often see it in the winter."
• "When we look at the snow, we can see that it covers the ground and makes everything look white."
• "People in different parts of the world have snow too, and some people even play in the snow and make snowmen."
• "Snow is part of geography, which is all about the different places and features on Earth, like mountains, rivers, and even snow!"