Book details
Snowy Sports: Ready, Set, Play!
Description
It's a bright winter's day bursting with activity as this adorable cast of animal characters bundles up to skate, slide, sled, ski and more. The day begins with the friends dressing warmly for all the fun ahead. Over the course of an exhilarating day the friends take a twirl on the ice, pass the puck, slip and slide and zippity-zip down hills, half-pipes and tracks - ending up back home warming themselves by the fire with hot chocolate. With a mix of competitive and non-competitive sports, the book highlights winter activity at any level of play. Snowy sports featured include bobsleigh, curling, cross-country skiing, downhill skiing, freestyle skiing, hockey, ice skating, luge, skeleton, ski jumping, sledge hockey, snowboarding and speed skating.Each page has an illustration of a piece of winter clothing that makes up a complete cold-weather outfit by book's end. The bold and cheerful illustrations are perfect for encouraging youngsters to embrace the chilly weather with their friends. Dress warmly and let's go play!
Age
3-7
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
24 pages
Book in series
#3
Why to read
- Educational Content: 'Snowy Sports: Ready, Set, Play!' introduces young readers to various winter sports, teaching them about different activities they can enjoy in the snow. It's a great way to learn about sportsmanship and the importance of staying active during the winter months.
- Engaging Illustrations: Per-Henrik Gürth is known for his vibrant and engaging illustrations that capture the attention of children. The colorful and lively images in this book will keep young readers entertained and engaged as they learn about snowy sports.
- Inspires Physical Activity: By reading about the fun and excitement of winter sports, children may be inspired to try out these activities themselves. This can encourage them to be physically active and enjoy the outdoors, even in colder weather.
- Seasonal Relevance: For those in regions with snowy winters, this book is especially relevant as it relates to the season. It's a perfect read for getting kids excited about the winter season and the unique sports that come with it.