50 Things To Do in the Snow

Skrein (Fifty Things To Do with a Stick), who has a passion for outdoor winter pursuits, offers a variety of fun and educational activities for those lucky enough to experience snow during the winter. Recognizing the magic and imagination snow can produce for people of all ages, Skrein organizes his ideas into categories such as play, crafts, and survival, with activities ranging from the simple (winter forest bathing, identifying animal snow tracks, stargazing, creating snow art), to the more complicated (building a snow maze, making a sled, constructing snow forts, igloos, or quinzees). Many of these snow pastimes are suitable for children, although the more advanced activities that involve sharp tools require adult supervision. Skrein provides helpful tips related to essential equipment, sensible clothing, and how to stay safe when winter conditions expose readers to dangers such as falling through ice or getting lost. Every page includes lovely illustrations by Nilsson that capture the beautiful essence of snow and winter’s enchanting potential.