Gabby Bass-Butler is a Homewood native and one of the children’s librarians at the Homewood Public Library. She is currently pursuing her Master’s in Library Sciences at the University of Alabama and loves all things cozy and coffee. Here, Gabby recommends her top five, winter reading recommendations for children.
William’s Winter Nap
By Linda Ashman | Fiction
Winter is coming, and that means it is time for animals to hibernate. Join William as he gets ready to take a winter nap, but a bunch of wintery critters who keep knocking on his door want to join him. What happens when there is a knock on the door and a bear wants to join? Will there be enough to fit in his bed in his cozy cabin? Not only does this book have delightful illustrations, but it is also great for learning counting with some fun suspense and humor.
Bunny Slopes
By Claudia Rueda | Fiction
This picture book has great interactive elements that get your kiddos to participate in the story. Bunny is hitting the slopes, but she is going to need your help to go down fast hills and jump across the slopes. Have fun turning the pages and tapping the pictures while bunny sleds.
Little Homesteader: A Winter Treasury of Recipes, Crafts and Wisdom
By Angela Ferraro-Fanning | Non-Fiction
This book is a great nonfiction book with wonderful illustrations and facts about all things winter. Learn what produce is in season, as well as winter recipes such as easy homemade bread or cocoa. You can also learn about winter wildlife and spot animal tracks. In addition, there are tons of fun crafts perfect for kids to do this season. If you like this book, check out the other seasonal books in the “Little Homesteader” series.
Secrets of Winter (Shine-A-Light Book)
By Carron Brown & Georgina Tee | Fiction
This book is another great one with an interactive element. All you need is a flashlight or a bright light. Learn about what happens in the forest in the wintertime. What animals are sleeping or lurking around? With this “Shine-A-Light Book,” you can find that out and more. This teaches the joys of nature and that there is more than what initially meets the eye.
Twelve Dinging Doorbells
By Tamka Fryer Brown | Fiction
Get in the holiday spirit with this story that highlights how during the holiday season, houses can fill up quickly with aunts, cousins, grandparents and more! With each arrival, our main character counts everything from the guests to the dishes. However, the one thing on her mind is her grandma’s sweet potato pie. As the house gets increasingly packed, she wonders if she will still be able to eat a slice! This book is a great one for counting and is filled with fun illustrations and humor to celebrate all types of family gatherings.
