More Than Just a Snow Day: The Surprising Benefits of Playing in the Snow

When the first snowflakes of the year begin to fall, a magical energy fills the air. Children press their faces against the window, buzzing with an excitement that every parent recognizes. While our first instinct might be to crank up the heat and declare a cozy day in, the truth is that sending them out into the white, wintry world is one of the best things we can do for their holistic development. ...

November 9, 2025 · 6 min · 1125 words · Ojakee Team