Snow

Snow is made of super tiny ice crystals that float around in the sky, usually inside clouds. When these crystals get big enough, they fall down to the ground. They stick together and make a soft, white blanket. Sometimes snow can even make big piles called drifts! It’s like nature’s way of decorating the world in white.

Snowflakes start as tiny ice crystals that bump into water droplets in the clouds. These droplets freeze onto the crystal, making it grow. Because of how water freezes, the crystals usually grow in a special six-sided shape. They can look like tiny stars, needles, or even little plates. Each snowflake is unique, like a special fingerprint from the sky!

Snow loves cold places! You’ll find lots of snow in the very cold areas near the top and bottom of the Earth, called the polar regions. It also loves tall mountains, even if the rest of the world is warm. In the Northern Hemisphere, the top half gets a lot of snow. It’s like snow has its favorite neighborhoods!

Snow isn't just pretty; it's important! It acts like a cozy blanket for plants and small animals hiding underneath, keeping them warm when it’s super cold outside. When snow melts, it gives water to rivers and streams, which is important for everyone. It also makes fun for us with sports like skiing and snowboarding!