Snowmen at Christmas Activities for Elementary Students
Snowmen at Christmas Activities for Elementary Students: A Look Inside Our Favorite December Library Lesson
Every December, my K–2 students can’t wait for our Snowmen at Christmas read-aloud, and this year I’ve been using a new set of Snowmen at Christmas activities for elementary students that bring the story to life in the sweetest way. As soon as I open the book, the illustrations pull them in, and it becomes the perfect launching point for sequencing activities for K–2, Christmas read-aloud comprehension activities, and hands-on winter learning in the library.
Why This Book Captures Their Hearts
There’s a special kind of magic in Snowmen at Christmas. My students are instantly hooked by the glowing artwork and all the tiny winter details hidden on each page. It has become one of my favorite December library lesson plans for K–2 because the story naturally leads into story retelling, picture book sequencing, and so many joyful discussions.
After we finish reading, I invite the students to narrate the story back to me. This simple oral retelling not only supports comprehension but also gives me a peek into what details stood out to them. It sets the stage perfectly for our Snowmen at Christmas sequencing activities that follow.
Whole-Group Digital Sequencing (Google Slides)
Our first activity is the digital sequencing activity, one of my favorite Snowmen at Christmas Google Slides activities to use with younger learners.
I project the slides and we work through the drag-and-drop sequencing together. Students excitedly debate the correct order:
“Wait! The snowmen go skating after the big tree lighting!”
“No, the snowman parade comes before that!”
These discussions naturally reinforce Christmas story sequencing skills, and the interactive format keeps even my most wiggly kindergarteners engaged. When I want students to practice independently, I assign this same activity in Google Classroom.
This digital version pairs beautifully with picture book sequencing activities for the library, especially during the busy holiday season.
Interactive Quiz Game (Self-Checking!)
Next, we play the interactive Google Slides quiz game, one of my students’ favorite Christmas comprehension activities for early elementary.
Each slide presents a multiple-choice question about the story. When students choose the correct answer, the screen cheers them on with a “Good Job!” page. If they choose incorrectly, they get a gentle “Try Again” prompt.
Even my quietest students get involved during this game—they want to help their classmates answer correctly and cheer when we get it right. It’s a fantastic way to review winter picture book activities and check for understanding before students leave the library.
Later in the week, I often assign this self-checking Google Slides reading game individually for extra practice.
Independent Cut & Paste Sequencing Worksheet
Once it’s time for book checkout, I hand out the Snowmen at Christmas cut and paste sequencing worksheet printable. This is one of my favorite ways to keep learning going while students browse.
They quietly clip, sort, and glue the story pictures into the correct order. It reinforces the same skill from the digital activity, but with a hands-on twist that supports fine motor development. And because it mirrors the story so clearly, it’s an excellent Christmas literacy activity for kids.
This worksheet makes a great holiday story retelling activity for early finishers or sub plans as well.
Snowman Writing Prompt to Wrap Up the Lesson
To end our lesson, we complete a simple but adorable Christmas writing prompt for students:
“My snowman likes to ______ at Christmas.”
Students love imagining their snowman characters doing everything from decorating the tree to eating candy canes to playing tag with elves. Their illustrations always end up being some of my favorite winter artwork of the season.
This writing page also ties nicely into festive elementary reading activities, giving students a creative outlet after all their sequencing and retelling work.
Why This Lesson Works So Well
What I love most about these Snowmen at Christmas activities for K–2 is how seamlessly they transition from whole-group learning to independent practice. Each activity supports:
sequencing
retelling
comprehension
writing
digital literacy
creative thinking
…all wrapped in the magic of a beloved winter read-aloud.
It’s the perfect balance of structured skill-building and joyful holiday fun.
Bring These Snowmen at Christmas Activities to Your Classroom or Library
✔ Digital Sequencing Activity (Google Slides)
✔ Interactive Quiz Game (Google Slides)
✔ Printable Cut & Paste Sequencing Worksheet
✔ Christmas Writing Prompt
This pack is ideal for Christmas library lessons, winter picture book activities, and December literacy centers in K–2 classrooms.
Before You Go… Here’s Another Teaching Post You’ll Love
If you’re planning more meaningful literacy lessons this season, you might also enjoy my blog post on teaching author’s purpose to young learners. It’s full of practical ideas, examples, and strategies that pair beautifully with picture books—perfect for your next library lesson.
