Common Sense Media Review
By Joly Herman
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based on child development research. How do we rate?
Playful musical winter show has some kissing, body issues.
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Snow Day
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What's the Story?
In SNOW DAY, Natalie (Michaela Russell) and her brother Hal (Ky Baldwin, Club Mickey Mouse) live in Syracuse, New York, where snow is a thing. In fact, it's such a thing that snow days are almost magical. Making snow angels, ice skating, having massive snowball fights are part of the magic. But for Natalie, it's a way to stay avoid taking tests-- which she hates. So she decides to come up with a plan that will increase the chances of a snow day. Meanwhile, her brother Hal is seriously crushing on a girl named Claire (Shelby Simmons, Henry Danger) but doesn't think he has a chance. Will a snow day save Natalie from having to take tests? Will Hal win Claire's affections?
Is It Any Good?
Not all jokes are funny in this middle-grade musical show, but some clever ones the hope alive. In Snow Day, kids are wishing for the magic of a day off of school, when sledding and sipping hot chocolate trumps homework and tests.
Viewers might wonder whether the theme of having a snow day is deserving of a full-length musical movie, but as soon as that thought enters the head, a fun dance number distracts, and some clever songs can elicit a smile. Plus, Hal's bestie, Lane (Fabi Aguirre), is a notable actor, who brings a ton of energy and smarts to this show. No, it's not a sophisticated show, but it's fun, light entertainment for tweens and parents to enjoy together.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about cell phone use in Snow Day. What happens in this show when a teen takes a video of another teen and posts it without his consent? Is that a form of bullying?
Kids and teens dance in routines that require teamwork. What do you like to do that asks for you to work in a team?
The girls in this show are conscious of their bodies and how they look -- one character is obsessed with what she thinks is her short neck. How can messages in a show affect a kid's body image?
TV Details
- Premiere date : December 16, 2022
- Cast : Ky Baldwin , Rob Huebel , Michaela Russell
- Network : Paramount+
- Genre : Kids Musical TV
- Topics : Arts ( Music and Sing-Along ) , Family Stories ( Siblings ) , School ( Middle School )
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- Last updated : September 29, 2025
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