Preschool Books About Winter Clothes & Staying Warm

When winter rolls in, so does the chilly weather—and for preschoolers, learning how to dress warmly can be part of the fun! Winter books make it easy to teach preschoolers about bundling up while introducing them to cozy clothing like hats, mittens, and scarves. Whether you’re looking for stories about snowy adventures or silly characters figuring out how to keep warm, these books will bring a little extra warmth to your story time this winter season. 

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​List of Winter Clothes and Staying Warm Books for Preschoolers:

The Mitten

A boy loses his mitten in the snow, and one by one, forest animals find a cozy new place to stay warm. But how many animals can fit into a single mitten? This story teaches preschoolers about sharing, while also highlighting one of our most needed winter items- mittens!

A Hat for Minerva Louise

Minerva Louise, a curious hen, sets out to explore the winter world, but she doesn’t understand why everyone is bundled up. She tries on all sorts of things to find the perfect “hat.” This cute story introduces preschoolers to winter accessories while adding some humor.

Froggy Gets Dressed

​When Froggy wakes up and sees snow, he’s ready to go outside and play! But there’s just one problem—he keeps forgetting parts of his outfit! This silly story will have preschoolers laughing as Froggy hops back and forth, putting on and taking off his winter clothes. It’s a great way to talk about why we wear warm layers when it’s cold outside.

A Hat for Mrs. Goldman

In this sweet story, Sophia learns about the joy of giving when she decides to knit a hat for her friend Mrs. Goldman, who always knits hats for others but doesn’t have one herself. Along the way, preschoolers will discover the warmth that comes from both kindness and cozy winter clothes.

Do I Have to Wear a Coat?

This book answers every preschooler’s big question about coats, hats, and mittens! As the story goes through each season, it explains why we wear warm clothes in winter and helps kids understand the “why” behind all those layers. 

The Jacket I Wear in the Snow

A little girl bundles up in layer after layer to play in the snow. From her itchy scarf to her warm jacket, each item piles on, capturing the fun (and sometimes struggle) of getting dressed for winter. It’s a silly and relatable read that will have preschoolers laughing and pointing out each piece of clothing.

The Mitten Tree

This story follows Sarah, an elderly woman who notices children playing in the snow without mittens. Quietly, she knits pairs of mittens and hangs them on a tree for the children to find. A story with beautiful reminder of the power of giving and the warmth of caring for others.

Bear Snores On

While not about clothing specifically, Bear Snores On introduces the concept of staying warm and cozy during winter. As bear hibernates in his den, other animals come in to stay warm. It’s a sweet way to talk about staying warm and the importance of having a cozy space.
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Under My Hood I Have a Hat

​This simple, rhyming book is perfect for helping preschoolers learn about the layers we wear to stay warm. Each line reveals another piece of winter clothing, from hats and scarves to boots and mittens.

Thomas' Snowsuit

​Thomas does NOT want to wear his snowsuit, but his mom insists. This funny story about the challenge of getting kids dressed for the snow will be relatable to parents and kids alike. The book brings humor to winter routines and might even make getting dressed in winter gear seem a little easier!

​We hope you found some perfect books to share with your preschoolers as you explore the theme of winter clothes and staying warm. These stories will help preschoolers understand why we bundle up during the colder months and make getting dressed for winter an exciting part of the season. Through these books, children can connect with the idea of staying cozy and ready for winter weather.

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