Common Sense Media Review
By Stephanie Morgan
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Trio of Christmas shorts sweetly promote giving and caring.
Parents Need to Know
Why Age 3+?
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Snoopy Show Holiday Special: Happiness is the Gift of Giving
What's the Story?
THE SNOOPY SHOW HOLIDAY SPECIAL: HAPPINESS IS THE GIFT OF GIVING is a collection of three short stories, starting with a Snoopy and Woodstock recreation of Clement Moore's 'Twas the Night Before Christmas. Next, the Peanuts gang learns about the joy of prioritizing giving over receiving and, finally, about the rewards that come from waiting.
Is It Any Good?
Short, sweet, and packed with positive messages, this is a holiday treat parents will love sharing with their kids. The Snoopy Show Holiday Special: Happiness is the Gift of Giving is another joyful installment in the Peanuts gang's emotionally intelligent new era. Parents and kids alike will love the mix of impactful lessons ("with a little hard work, you can make something special") and physical comedy. Snoopy is, as always, mischievous and a little short-tempered but also lovable. And Charlie's attempts to be a good big brother as well as a good friend are also undeniably sweet. All of it adds up to an engaging Christmas special young children will want to return to again and again.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about how Snoopy acts when he gets frustrated. What are some better ways to deal with anger or frustration?
Charlie says that it's better to focus on giving than receiving during the holidays. What are some ways your family can give back this season?
How do Charlie and Sally show compassion towards each other as well as Snoopy? Why is this an important character trait?
TV Details
- Premiere date : December 1, 2022
- Cast : Terry McGurrin , Rob Tinkler , Isabella Leo
- Network : Apple TV
- Genre : Kids' Animation
- Topics : Holidays
- TV rating :
- Last updated : September 29, 2025
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