A Naturalist’s Notebook

One way to keep track of changes in the environment around you is by starting a naturalist journal. All you need is a blank notebook and something to write with. Every time you notice something unique about animals and their behaviour outside, write the date and your...

Nature Walk

It may not be winter, and winter in your area may not look like it does where the three brothers live, but nature is all around you. Go for a walk in a park or on a trail with an adult and look for any signs of animals. Be careful not to disturb them or their homes,...

Snow Creatures

If there is snow where you live, go outside and make some of the creatures the three brothers make in the book. If there isn’t snow, draw pretend snow creatures or make them out of white pillows, blankets, towels or other white materials you can find around your...

Paper Snowflakes

This story takes place during a very snowy winter. Make an indoor snow day by folding sheets of white paper into triangles and cutting small shapes out of them to create unique snowflakes. Then hang the snowflakes around your favorite reading spot in your home....

Climate Change

The central conflict of this book is global climate change. The three brothers sense that the weather is changing, and this is why they can’t spot any wild animals where they live, except for birds. Research weather patterns in your area to see the ways global climate...