The Snow Show (16) (Good Dog)
#16 in Good Dog Series
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What’s inside...
In book sixteen of Cam Higgins’s Good Dog series, a heavy snowfall blankets the Davis family farm and the surrounding community. Bo—an enthusiastic puppy who always wants to help—discovers that his people are preparing for the town’s Winter Wonderland Snow Show, an annual festival featuring snow sculptures, sled races, and warm-hearted small-town fun. When Bo’s excitement causes a few snowy mishaps, he must learn the value of careful teamwork, patience, and creative problem-solving to make sure the family’s snow sculpture is ready before the sun starts melting everyone’s hard work.
Character compass
Bo
Luke Davis
Mr. Davis
Mrs. Davis
Discussion points
Why was Bo’s first attempt to help not successful?
How did Bo and his friends solve the melting problem?
What does this story teach about making mistakes?
Which character would you like on your team and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Recreate a small snow-sculpture project (or play-dough version) to connect story to hands-on fun.
Role-play scenes to practice empathy and perspective-taking.
Compare this winter adventure with another seasonal story you’ve read together.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Teamwork
Explanation: Bo can’t finish the sculpture alone; everyone pitches in.
Real-World Application: Kids learn to ask for help and share tasks at school or home.
Example Lesson: Perseverance
Explanation: After setbacks, the characters rebuild instead of giving up.
Real-World Application: Children see value in trying again after mistakes.
Example Lesson: Problem-Solving
Explanation: Bo thinks creatively to protect sculptures from melting.
Real-World Application: Encourages brainstorming multiple solutions when facing challenges.