Chilly Context Clues
The frigid air made my cheeks sting, and I had to wrap my scarf tightly around my face.
What does "frigid" mean?
Extreme cold (Clue: "my cheeks sting")
The lake is covered in ice. She gave him the cold shoulder and treated him with ice. What are 2 meanings for the word, "ice"?
2. A cold or unfriendly attitude
This is a sport where people slide down a mountain using two pieces of wood attached to each foot.
Skiing
I blow and howl, and I’m very cold. I can make snowflakes dance in the air. What am I?
The winter wind
Julie and Sam got ready to go outside. They had on all of their warm layers and then clipped their boots into two long, skinny items. Julie and Sam were going to do this.
What is skiing?
The snow was glistening under the moonlight, sparkling like tiny diamonds.
What does "glistening" mean?
Brightness (Clue: sparkling).
There was frost on the car window this morning. Her frosty tone made it clear she was upset.
What are 2 meanings for the word, "frost"?
1. A thin layer of ice that forms on surfaces.
2. A cold or distant manner.
People do this at a rink using special shoes
Ice skating
I fall gently from the sky, unique in every way. I'm cold to the touch, but I'll melt if I stay. What am I?
Snowflakes
Eric grabbed his bag with his equipment and got into the car. His mom drove him to the ice arena for practice. When he got there, he laced up his skates. Eric was going to do this.
What is ice skate or play hockey?
The barren landscape stretched for miles, with no plants or animals in sight.
What does "barren" mean?
Emptiness (Clue: no plants/animals in sight)
The snowdrift blocked the road. His thoughts began to drift during the long lecture.
What are 2 meanings for the word, "drift"?
1. A pile of snow or something moving slowly
2. To wander or stray.
People eat this red and white candy during the winter.
Candy Cane
I light up the night, sparkle, and shine. You’ll find me hanging from rooftops during the winter. What am I?
Holiday Lights
The kids were excited to get inside after sledding. They knew they would have a sweet treat waiting for them that their mom made. They were excited to add whipped cream and marshmallows to the treat. What did their mom make them?
What is hot chocolate?
The serene winter morning was quiet, with soft snow covering the ground.
What does "serene" mean?
Tranquil/calm (Clue: quiet)
The chill in the air made us shiver. Let's chill out and watch a movie.
What are 2 meanings for the word, "chill"?
1. A feeling of cold.
2. To relax or calm down
When you lay down in the snow and move your arms and legs around, what are you making?
Snow Angels
I’m fun to ride but hard to steer. My name has a type of weather in it. What am I?
Snowboard
It was 5:30 in the morning on a Thursday in winter, and the kids were extremely excited. Snow covered the streets outside. Their mom just received an email and told them they could go back to bed. What do you think the email said?
What is; no school today due to a snow storm?
We took a brisk walk in the chilly afternoon air, enjoying the refreshing breeze.
What does "brisk" mean?
Cold/fast (Clue: chilly)
Be careful, or you’ll slip on the icy sidewalk. He let a secret slip during the meeting.
What are 2 meanings for the word, "slip"?
1. To lose footing and fall.
2. To make a small mistake.
What kind of house can you make out of snow?
Igloos
I cover roads and sidewalks, making them slippery. People sprinkle salt to make me melt. What am I?
Ice
Brooke and Lisa got ready to go ice skating at the local pond. They were excited to get on the ice for the first time this winter. When they got to the pond, they were disappointed that they could not ice skate because it was not safe. Why were they not able to ice skate?
What is the pond was not completely frozen over yet?