The Christmas Cookie Case (Scooby-Doo! Picture Clue Book, No. 20)
#20 in Scooby-Doo! Picture Clue Book Series
What’s inside...
In 'The Christmas Cookie Case,' the beloved characters of Mystery Inc. embark on a holiday-themed adventure to solve the mystery of missing Christmas cookies at a cookie contest. Using picture clues and their detective skills, Scooby-Doo and his friends navigate through various suspects and misleading trails. The interactive nature of the story, with visual clues for young readers, helps to involve them in the narrative while building their reading confidence. The gang ultimately works together to expose the cookie thief in an unexpected twist, offering both an engaging and educational experience.
Character compass
Scooby-Doo
Velma Dinkley
Fred Jones
Shaggy Rogers
Daphne Blake
Discussion points
Why do you think Scooby-Doo and the gang were so determined to solve the mystery of the missing cookies?
How do the characters work together to solve the mystery? Can you think of a time when you worked with others to solve a problem?
What clues did Scooby-Doo and his friends find that helped them solve the case?
How did the characters feel when they solved the mystery? How do you feel when you solve something difficult?
If you were a character in the book, how would you have helped solve the Christmas Cookie Case?
Tip: Role play these questions
Start by asking your child what they think about the story and the characters. This opens up a natural dialogue that feels engaging. Use the book’s illustrations to guide the conversation, pointing to specific clues and asking your child what they think they mean. Encourage your child to predict what might happen next in the story or to come up with their own ending. Validate their responses to make them feel confident about their thoughts and opinions. Lastly, relate the story to real-life situations to help them connect the themes of the book to their own experiences.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: In 'The Christmas Cookie Case', Scooby-Doo and his friends solve the mystery of the missing cookies. They gather clues and formulate hypotheses on what could have happened to the cookies.
Real-World Application: Children learn to approach problems methodically and think critically about different solutions. This helps them handle challenges in schoolwork and everyday situations.
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: Throughout the book, the characters collaborate and use their individual strengths to find the missing Christmas cookies.
Real-World Application: Kids understand the importance of working with others to achieve common goals, which is crucial in collaborative projects in school and other social activities.
Example Lesson: Honesty
Explanation: When the mystery is solved, the importance of honesty is highlighted as the characters discuss the consequences of the cookie disappearance.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to be truthful and understand the impact of their actions on others.
Example Lesson: Observation skills
Explanation: The characters observe minor details that lead them to solve the mystery, showing the importance of paying attention to detail.
Real-World Application: Enhances a child’s attention to detail which can improve their academic skills and ability to notice and appreciate the little things in life.
Example Lesson: Sharing and kindness
Explanation: Upon solving the mystery, the characters share the remaining cookies, highlighting themes of sharing and kindness.
Real-World Application: Teaches children the value of sharing with others and being kind, fostering a generous spirit and empathy towards others.