Winter

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What is winter?

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Winter is the coldest season of the year, typically characterized by snow and ice.

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NGSS.3-ESS2-1

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What is an icicle?

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An icicle is a hanging, tapering piece of ice formed by the freezing of dripping water.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

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What can you do in winter?

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You can go ice skating, build a snowman, and have snowball fights.

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What is a snowflake?

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A snowflake is a single ice crystal that falls from the sky during winter.

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What is a snowman?

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A snowman is a figure made of packed snow, usually shaped like a person.

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What is ice skating?

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Ice skating is a winter activity where people glide on ice using skates.

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What is a snow angel?

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A snow angel is a shape made in the snow by lying down and moving arms and legs.

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What is a snowball?

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A snowball is a ball made of packed snow, often used in snowball fights.

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What is a winter sport?

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A winter sport is an activity that is played on snow or ice, like skiing or ice hockey.

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What do you wear in winter?

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In winter, people wear warm clothes like coats, hats, gloves, and boots.