Playing, chasing, wrestling, fighting, cuddling and napping together are all part of daily life for a young bear. The cubs engage in fun and games that prepare them for their roles in life later on.

Snow days were magical as a child. Hoping to rediscover that magic, a reporter braved the cold in 1981 to throw snowballs, build snowmen and sled down hills in this hilarious retro find.

Snow totals didn't amount to a long-lasting winter experience, many in the Upstate got a much-needed break from work and school to play in the snow.

For many, about four inches of fresh snow was dumped in their neighborhoods. While children were out of school, and many were playing in the snow, people were shoveling their driveways or walkways.

Ludacris and two of his daughters make a snowman as they play in the rare Atlanta snowstorm, asking "Can you tell that we don't get snow in Atlanta that much?

Local News Buffalo Zoo shares cute videos of animals playing in the snow The Buffalo Zoo shared an adorable video of its river otters, Poppy and Mindy frolicking in the snow.

The snow accumulating in the Tilton area packs and sticks together well, meaning it could be good for making snowmen, snowballs or snow angels.

Set pressure to high and set to 10 minutes. Make the decorations for your snowmen (or should I say gender neutral snow people) while the potatoes cook. Allow the pressure cooker to naturally release.

The North Carolina Zoo in Asheboro was one of those lucky places, with snow coating the entrance sign, elephant statues, and animal habitats. The resident animals took full advantage of the snowy fun.

"Just out here playing around with my grandson, trying to get me out here in the snow, having a good time," Oneil said. And of course, every snowman needs a name.

Zookepers helped them build snowmen complete with broccoli for hair and a carrot for a nose – so they were far more Gorillas in the snow than Gorillas in the Mist.