Winter Wonders
What season comes after fall and before spring?
Winter
What do you roll to make the body of a snowman?
Snowballs
What clothing item keeps your neck warm in the winter?
A scarf
What tool tells us the temperature outside?
A thermometer
Many people exchange gifts or cards during winter celebrations. What is one kind thing you can give that costs nothing?
Kindness/ a smile/ helping others/ etc.
What white, cold precipitation falls from the sky in winter?
Snow
What do you ride downhill on snow for fun?
A sled
What do you wear on your head to stay warm in cold weather?
A hat
What happens to water when the temperature goes below freezing?
It freezes
What winter celebration lasts for eight nights and includes lighting candles?
Hanukkah
What do we call water when it freezes and becomes solid?
Ice
What winter sport uses ice, sticks, and a puck?
Hockey
What kind of shoes help keep your feet warm and dry in snow?
Boots
What is a snowflake made of?
Ice
What is the name for a party or gathering to celebrate the end of the year?
New Years
January
What do people wear on their hands to keep warm in winter?
Gloves or mittens
Why do people wear layers in winter?
To stay warm/ trap heat
True or False: Every snowflake is exactly the same
False
What is the first day of winter called?
The winter solstice
What tool do people use to clear snow from sidewalks and driveways?
A shovel
What do we call the act of making snow figures or forts?
Building with snow or playing in the snow
What winter clothing item is usually waterproof and worn over other clothes?
A coat or jacket
What kind of clouds usually bring snow?
Snow clouds/ gray clouds
Why is winter break a good time to rest and recharge?
Because school pauses/ time to relax and spend time with family