• Flat lay of the Snowy Days & Polar Ways preschool curriculum box showing The Three Snow Bears book, parent guide, crafts, sensory materials, and learning activities for ages 3–6.
  • Close-up of finished polar animal craft—paper roll beluga whale—from the Snowy Days & Polar Ways preschool box.
  • Craft materials and educational items including tacky glue, paper, and a penguin toy on a surface for Acorn to Sprout preschool box.
  • Child painting a winter background and creating a polar bear silhouette craft from the Snowy Days & Polar Ways preschool curriculum.
  • Snowy Days & Polar Ways parent guide surrounded by included craft supplies, sensory items, and activity materials for a gentle winter homeschool theme.
  • Parent and child reading The Three Snow Bears by Jan Brett as part of the Snowy Days & Polar Ways winter curriculum box.
  • Preschool child completing a gentle winter phonics or notebooking activity from the Snowy Days & Polar Ways curriculum.
  • Winter sensory bin with icy rice, penguins, polar bears, scoops, and winter loose parts designed for hands-on preschool exploration.
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Acorn to Sprout

Snowy Days & Polar Ways

$59.99
$59.99
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Snowy Days & Polar Ways is our winter-themed curriculum and craft box inspired by The Three Snow Bears by Jan Brett. Created for children ages 3–6, this gentle, nature-based box supports your family’s rhythm with meaningful activities that encourage both collaboration and independent exploration.

Rooted in Reggio Emilia and Waldorf principles, this four-week curriculum invites your child into the quiet magic of the Arctic—where polar animals roam, snowflakes swirl, and winter landscapes spark endless wonder. Through hands-on activities, sensory play, and open-ended discovery, your child will explore themes of polar habitats, Arctic animals, winter weather, and the beauty of snow. Each day includes thoughtfully designed prompts for phonics, math, practical life skills, and outdoor exploration, blending intentional connection with independent learning.

We know you’re busy, so we’ve done the planning for you. This box includes all of the curated materials you'll need for daily activities, plus a beautifully organized Parent Guide to help you lead your child’s learning with confidence. A small number of activities may call for items not included in your box—typically natural materials or simple pantry staples. While we deeply value nurturing independent play, we also believe in the meaningful moments you share with your child. You’ll find opportunities to create alongside them—from icy process art to polar animal crafts to winter sensory invitations that bring the Arctic to life.

Reading is at the heart of this experience. You'll receive a copy of The Three Snow Bears by Jan Brett, along with a weekly list of recommended picture books to enrich and extend your child's learning journey throughout the month.

What's Inside the Box

Everything you need for a month of hands-on learning and play:

  • The Three Snow Bears by Jan Brett
  • Student Sheets (includes laminated)
  • Felt Polar Bear & Penguin
  • Blue Play Dough
  • Snowflake Cookie Cutter
  • Building blocks
  • Blue pom poms
  • Mini tree counters
  • Mini tree slice
  • Dice
  • Popsicle sticks
  • Glue
  • Felt sheets
  • Watercolor paper
  • Watercolor paint
  • Paintbrushes
  • Wooden scoop
  • Rocks
  • Cotton balls
  • Googly eyes
  • Construction paper
  • White chalk
  • White crayon
  • Magnifying glass
  • Cardboard paper roll
  • Pipe cleaners
How the Curriculum Works

The curriculum is broken down into four themed weeks with a simple daily structure to follow:

Weekly Themes:

  • Week One: Polar Bear & Arctic Hare
  • Week Two: Penguin & Leopard Seal
  • Week Three: Arctic Fox & Caribou
  • Week Four: Walrus & Beluga Whale

Subjects Covered:

  • Hands-On Activities
  • Outdoor Adventures
  • Phonics
  • Math
  • Practical Life Skills
  • Notebooking
parent guide & student sheets

You'll receive a quality bound Parent Guide with detailed instructions, tips, weekly supply lists, and daily rhythms.

Quality printed and laminated student sheets are provided for activities found throughout the curriculum.

Upon purchase, you'll receive an email with a digital copy of the Parent Guide and Student Sheets.

Safety & Choking Hazard

This box contains small parts that may pose a choking hazard. Adult supervision is required. Not suitable for children under 3 years old.
Digital download details

This file is a digital download and will be sent to the email address you use to checkout. Upon purchase, you'll receive an email with a digital copy of the Parent Guide and Student Sheets. You will receive two files total.

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Flat lay of the Snowy Days & Polar Ways preschool curriculum box showing The Three Snow Bears book, parent guide, crafts, sensory materials, and learning activities for ages 3–6.
Close-up of finished polar animal craft—paper roll beluga whale—from the Snowy Days & Polar Ways preschool box.
Craft materials and educational items including tacky glue, paper, and a penguin toy on a surface for Acorn to Sprout preschool box.
Child painting a winter background and creating a polar bear silhouette craft from the Snowy Days & Polar Ways preschool curriculum.
Snowy Days & Polar Ways parent guide surrounded by included craft supplies, sensory items, and activity materials for a gentle winter homeschool theme.
Parent and child reading The Three Snow Bears by Jan Brett as part of the Snowy Days & Polar Ways winter curriculum box.
Preschool child completing a gentle winter phonics or notebooking activity from the Snowy Days & Polar Ways curriculum.
Winter sensory bin with icy rice, penguins, polar bears, scoops, and winter loose parts designed for hands-on preschool exploration.

FAQs

What age is this box designed for?

This box is designed for children ages 3 to 6. The activities are adaptable for different developmental levels, making it easy to adjust to your child's unique pace and interests.

This box contains small parts that may pose a choking hazard. Adult supervision is required. Not suitable for children under 3 years old.

Do I need to buy any additional materials?

Most materials are included in the box! A small number of activities require nature-based items (like gathered flowers) or simple pantry staples (like flour or honey). A complete list of additional materials needed for each week is included in the parent guide.

Although very few activities require additional materials, our curriculum is designed to be flexible allowing these activities to easily be skipped without taking away from the overall learning experience.

Is the box designed for independent play or parent-led activities?

Both! The curriculum includes a mix of parent-led activities to encourage connection and independent play opportunities through sensory bins, play dough stations, and tinker trays. This gives your child time to explore and create on their own while giving you a chance to step back.

Do I need to follow the curriculum exactly?

No. The curriculum is designed to be flexible. You can adjust the pace to fit your family's routines and rhythms and adapt the activities to your child's interests/skill level.

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