Santa's Snow Cat
#1 in Santa's Snow Cat Series
What’s inside...
On the magical eve before Christmas, Santa's favorite cat falls from his sleigh high in the winter sky into the bustling world of New York below. As Snow Cat wanders the sparkling city, she encounters many 'nearly' Santas, but not her beloved Santa. With a huff from the North Wind, and the light of the big Lemon Moon, Snow Cat's true Santa can't be far away.
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Discussion points
What do you think Santa loves most about his Snow Cat?
How do you feel when you see Santa and the Snow Cat helping others?
Why do you think the Snow Cat is important to the story?
How would you help Santa if you met him on a snowy night?
What would you name your own magical snow cat and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to imagine their own snowy adventures, integrating elements from the story to expand their creativity.
Ask your child how they feel about the characters’ actions, promoting emotional intelligence through empathy.
Discuss the theme of helping others, highlighting how Santa and the Snow Cat work together to spread joy and aid.
Use expressive reading techniques, altering your voice for different characters, to make the storytelling more dynamic and engaging.
After reading, suggest drawing a scene from the book together, which can help reinforce the story’s themes and improve comprehension.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Empathy and Compassion
Explanation: In 'Santa’s Snow Cat', the warmth and care Santa shows for his cat highlights the values of empathy and compassion.
Real-World Application: Children can apply these lessons by showing kindness and understanding towards their pets and friends in everyday interactions.
Example Lesson: Importance of Teamwork
Explanation: The book illustrates how Santa and his team work together to find the missing cat, showcasing the importance of teamwork.
Real-World Application: Kids learn the significance of working collaboratively at school during team projects or in sports.
Example Lesson: Resilience in Adversity
Explanation: The search for the snow cat amidst a snowstorm demonstrates resilience and persistence in the face of challenges.
Real-World Application: This teaches children to remain persistent and resilient while dealing with personal challenges, such as learning new skills or handling tough situations at school.
Example Lesson: Problem Solving
Explanation: The characters come up with creative solutions to search for the snow cat, underlining problem-solving skills.
Real-World Application: Children learn to think creatively and develop solutions when they encounter problems, be it in their studies, or in everyday life situations.
Example Lesson: Caring for Animals
Explanation: Santa’s dedicated search for his pet cat teaches children the responsibility involved in caring for animals.
Real-World Application: This can encourage children to take active roles in caring for household pets or understanding the needs of animals in their environment.