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35+ Winter Preschool Themes and Lesson Plans

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Do you have a preschooler? Or maybe you teach preschool, and you’re looking for fun Winter Preschool Themes. Winter is filled with so many fantastic ideas to explore. Whether it’s winter animals, weather, holidays, Snowflakes, or something else, you’ll find great ideas here. I’ve always enjoyed coming up with themed learning units, and it’s always exciting to see the children enjoying the winter activities. Hopefully, the preschool themes and activities shared here will make it easier for you.

Over 35 of the best Winter Preschool Themes, lesson plans, activities, and printables are here. Perfect for weekly or monthly themed learning or unit studies.

Winter Preschool Themes

35+ Best Winter Preschool Themes, Preschool lesson plans, Preschool activities, and winter Preschool printables. Perfect for weekly or monthly themed learning and winter unit studies. You'll find Preschool book lists, preschool activities, Winter art and crafts for kids. Winter themes for preschool which include winter animals, winter science, STEM ideas, Slime recipes and more.

35+ Best Winter Preschool Themes and Lesson Plans

I’ve gathered more than 35 different Winter preschool lesson plans, themed activities, and printables for you to enjoy this season with your preschoolers. 

These Winter Preschool Themes include literacy activities, math learning fun, Winter STEM projects, sensory play ideas, and so much more.

Check out all the different Winter themes you can explore with your preschoolers below.

35+ Best Winter Preschool Themes, Preschool lesson plans, Preschool activities, and winter Preschool printables. Perfect for weekly or monthly themed learning and winter unit studies. You'll find Preschool book lists, preschool activities, Winter art and crafts for kids. Winter themes for preschool which include winter animals, winter science, STEM ideas, Slime recipes and more.

Winter Themes for Preschool

Click on the links below for book lists, printables, preschool activities, arts and crafts, and more. 

Animal Tracks: Explore making animal tracks in the snow with this Snowy Day Sensory Bin.

Angels: Read The Littlest Angel by Charles Tazewell and watch the movie together.

Arctic: Check out these hands on activities and lessons for exploring the Arctic with your preschoolers.

Bears: Learn about bears and the caves they live in with these Montessori inspired activities.

Cabins: Read Laura Ingalls Wilder’s Little House in the Big Woods with your kids this Winter.

Candy Canes: Enjoy some sensory play with candy cane scented slime this Winter.

Cardinals: These Montessori inspired bird activities will help your preschoolers learn about nature this Winter. 

Chestnuts: Explore chestnuts with a Winter sensory bin or try nut cracking for a tasty treat.

Christmas: This Christmas printable pack is the perfect way to have fun learning this Winter.

Clouds: Read Clouds by Anne Rockwell for a nonfiction picture book that shares what type of clouds can forecast a change of weather and so much more.

Cookies: Ready to bake some cookies with your preschoolers? Check out these recipes!

Elves: Check out 70+ ways to have fun with the Elf on the shelf this Christmas!

Gingerbread: Build social emotional skills with your preschoolers using gingerbread printables.

Hanukkah: Read The Story of Hanukkah by David A. Adler to your preschoolers this year.

Winter Preschool Themes and Activities

35+ Best Winter Preschool Themes, Preschool lesson plans, Preschool activities, and winter Preschool printables. Perfect for weekly or monthly themed learning and winter unit studies. You'll find Preschool book lists, preschool activities, Winter art and crafts for kids. Winter themes for preschool which include winter animals, winter science, STEM ideas, Slime recipes and more.

Hibernation: Learn what animals do in the Winter with this fun preschool unit study.

Hockey: Try teaching your preschooler how to play hockey in the driveway this Winter.

Holidays Around the World: Explore celebrations all around the world with your preschooler.

Hot Chocolate: Give your preschoolers a sensory experience with this hot chocolate slime.

Icicles: Learn about icicles with some exciting Winter themed preschool science experiments.

Mistletoe: Hang up mistletoe at home this Winter and share the legend with your preschoolers.

Mittens: These adorable mitten themed activities are perfect for a Winter preschool theme.

Music: Explore music with Montessori inspired preschool lessons this Winter. You can also learn about how sound waves travel, how different pitches with your own homemade water glass xylophone.

Nativity: Learn about the Nativity Story with these adorable preschool nativity sets.

Penguins: These preschool penguin activities are a super fun way to learn about Winter.

Pinecones: Learn about pinecones while making bird feeders with your preschoolers this Winter.

Poinsettia: Share Tomie de Paola’s Legend of the Poinsettia with your kids this Christmas.

Polar Bears: Learn more about polar bears and other arctic animals with your preschoolers.

Quilts: Read Keeping Quilt by Patricia Polacco with your preschoolers this Winter season.

Reindeer: Enjoy some chocolate covered reindeer treats with your preschoolers this Winter.

Sleds: Take your kids for a ride on a sled this Winter to learn about force and laws of motion.

Snow: Learn about snow with lots of hands on learning activities and printables for preschool.

Snowflakes: Explore snowflakes with your preschooler during this snowflake art project. Or if you prefer Science, make crystal snowflake ornaments.

Snowglobes: Check out this awesome Harry Potter snowglobe craft with your kids this Winter.

Snowman: Get creative with your preschoolers and build a snowman together indoors or outdoors.

Winter Animals: These Winter animal activities are perfect for learning fun with preschoolers. Or grab this amazing set of Montessori inspired winter animal activities.

Woodland Animals: Check out this book from Clair Philip all about Woodland Animals this Winter.

Wreaths: Make wreaths with fresh cut evergreen or construction paper for a fun Winter craft.

35+ Best Winter Preschool Themes, Preschool lesson plans, Preschool activities, and winter Preschool printables. Perfect for weekly or monthly themed learning and winter unit studies. You'll find Preschool book lists, preschool activities, Winter art and crafts for kids. Winter themes for preschool which include winter animals, winter science, STEM ideas, Slime recipes and more.

Benefits of Using Winter Preschool Themes for Your Lesson Plans

Winter preschool themes can be a great way to engage preschoolers and create a fun and exciting learning environment.

Here are some of the benefits:

  1. Encourages Creativity: Winter themes can inspire creativity and imagination in children. By incorporating winter-related activities, crafts, and games into your lesson plans, you can encourage your students to think outside the box and develop new and exciting ideas.
  2. Develops Language Skills: Winter themes provide opportunities for children to learn new vocabulary related to the season, such as snow, ice, snowman, snowflakes, and winter sports. This can help improve their language skills and expand their vocabulary.
  3. Enhances Motor Skills: Winter themes can also help develop fine motor skills. Cutting snowflakes, building snowmen, playing with snow slime or real snow, and making winter-themed crafts can help improve hand-eye coordination and dexterity.
  4. Promotes Social Skills: Winter themes can encourage socialization and teamwork. Group activities such as building a snow fort or playing a winter-themed game can help children learn to work together and communicate effectively.
  5. Teaches Science Concepts: Winter themes provide so many great opportunities to teach science concepts, such as the water cycle, states of matter, and animal adaptations. These concepts can be taught through hands-on activities, experiments, and observations.

Using winter preschool themes in your lesson plans can be a fun and engaging way to promote learning and development in your children.

Winter Preschool Printables and Activities

35+ Best Winter Preschool Themes, Preschool lesson plans, Preschool activities, and winter Preschool printables. Perfect for weekly or monthly themed learning and winter unit studies. You'll find Preschool book lists, preschool activities, Winter art and crafts for kids. Winter themes for preschool which include winter animals, winter science, STEM ideas, Slime recipes and more.

Outdoor Winter Fun

Winter is a great time to get outside and explore with your preschooler. Here are some fun and engaging outdoor winter activities you and your little one can enjoy together.

Snowman Building

Building a snowman is a classic winter activity that never gets old. It’s a great way to get some exercise and spend time outdoors. You can make it even more fun by adding creative twists, like using different materials for the eyes, nose, and mouth. You can also try making a snow family or a snow animal.

Winter Nature Walks

Winter nature walks are a great way to explore the outdoors and learn about the natural world. You can look for animal tracks, identify different types of trees, and search for signs of winter wildlife. Make sure to dress warmly and bring some delicious hot cocoa to enjoy along the way.

Winter Treasure Hunts

A winter treasure hunt is a fun way to get your preschooler moving and exploring. Hide tiny treasures like pine cones, rocks, or toys in the snow and have your little one search for them. You can also try freezing small toys in ice cubes and hiding them in the snow.

Your preschooler will love the challenge of trying to free the toys from the ice.

There are so many fun and engaging outdoor winter activities that you can do with your preschooler.

Winter Preschool Themes List Printable

35+ Best Winter Preschool Themes, Preschool lesson plans, Preschool activities, and winter Preschool printables. Perfect for weekly or monthly themed learning and winter unit studies. You'll find Preschool book lists, preschool activities, Winter art and crafts for kids. Winter themes for preschool which include winter animals, winter science, STEM ideas, Slime recipes and more.

 

Download your Winter  Themes for Preschool Free Printable Here

I recommend Laminating your printables, which makes them last much longer.

Can you think of other excellent winter preschool themes to add to the list? Feel free to leave your ideas in the comments below. 

 

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35+ Best Winter Preschool Themes, Preschool lesson plans, Preschool activities, and printables. Perfect for weekly or monthly themed learning and winter unit studies. You'll find Preschool book lists, preschool activities, Winter art and crafts for kids. Winter themes for preschool which include winter animals, winter science, STEM ideas, Slime recipes and more.

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35+ Best Winter Preschool Themes, Preschool lesson plans, Preschool activities, and printables. Perfect for weekly or monthly themed learning and winter unit studies. You'll find Preschool book lists, preschool activities, Winter art and crafts for kids. Winter themes for preschool which include winter animals, winter science, STEM ideas, Slime recipes and more.

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