A National Geographic Kids magazine cover featuring a snow monkey on a snowy background. Text says: Play like a snow monkey! 6 fun ways these creatures stay warm. An inset image shows two penguins standing near city lights with text that says: Tiny penguins in a big city!

Check out the issue!

Score—it’s a snow day! Maybe you’ll go sledding, have a snowball fight, or snuggle up with some hot chocolate. When Japanese macaques get a snow day, these primates play, too. In this issue, you'll discover five fun ways these macaques—also known as snow monkeys—stay warm in their chilly habitat. First up? They go hot-tubbing!

Next, you'll dive into icy Antarctic waters alongside a 13-foot-long leopard seal. But don't freak out! This animal might be a penguin's worst nightmare—but as one Nat Geo photographer discovered, this seal is actually pretty sweet. (Want to feel like a leopard seal yourself? Play Krill Smackdown below!)

If you're dreaming of a vacation, take our personality quiz to discover which wintry trip you should take, from climbing a snow-topped mountain in Tanzania to meeting reindeer in Sweden. (Then take more personality quizzes here!)

Finally, have you ever wondered why beaches have sand? Or why ancient statues and buildings are always white? We've got answers to 10 big, weird, brainy questions. (Here are the answers if you just can't wait: Parrotfish poop, and the paint rubbed off!)

Other stories in this month's issue:

  • Weird But True!: Check out fun facts you can share with your friends.
  • Moment of Sun: Warm up with these photos of basking animals.
  • Creature Feature: Discover the cheetah's weirdest adaptations.
  • Art Zone: Check out cool characters and stories from Greek mythology drawn by Nat Geo Kids readers.

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