It's winter!
by Linda Glaser
Millbrook Press 2002
Great fit for 2nd grade
Reading level and content both target K–3rd grade · ages 5–9
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Genre
Themes
- seasons and nature
- observation and curiosity
- weather
- animals in winter
- outdoor play
- family and home
- mindfulness
- science in everyday life
About this book
This lyrical picture book invites young readers to notice the sights, sounds, and feelings of winter—sparkling snow, frosty breath, animal tracks, and cozy indoor moments. With warm, poetic text and bold cut-paper collage art, it celebrates the wonder of the season through a child’s eyes. Back matter offers simple nature activities and facts, making it a great pick for classrooms or family read-alouds. Perfect for PreK–2 readers learning about seasons and the world around them.
Setting: a temperate neighborhood and woodland during winter
Frequently Asked Questions
Is It's winter! right for my child?
Yes — It's winter! is a great fit for 2nd grade. The reading level is AR 2, which is typical for 2nd grade. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3), meaning the themes and content are designed for ages 5–9 (K–3rd grade). Themes include seasons and nature, observation and curiosity, weather.
How long does it take to read It's winter!?
At a typical 2nd grade reading pace, It's winter! takes around 4m to finish. The book has 450 words. Slower or faster readers may vary significantly.
Does It's winter! have an AR quiz?
Yes — It's winter! has an AR quiz available, worth 0.5 points. Your child will need to take and pass the quiz through their school's Accelerated Reader program to earn credit. The quiz is typically 5–20 multiple choice questions about plot, characters, and setting.
What grade level is It's winter!?
It's winter! has an AR reading level of 2, which places it at a 2nd grade reading difficulty. The interest level is rated Lower Grades (K–3) — this reflects the age-appropriateness of the content and themes, not just the reading difficulty. A strong younger reader may handle the words fine while the themes are aimed at an older audience, or vice versa.