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By Fernanda Camargo
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Unicorn Academy: Winter Solstice
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What's the Story?
In UNICORN ACADEMY: WINTER SOLSTICE, the crew at Sapphire Doom is buzzing with excitement for the winter solstice celebration. Rory can't wait for the feast and Sophia's looking forward to spending time with her friends. But no one is more excited than Ava, who loves everything about this season, especially the gifts. But when all the presents, feast, and decorations mysteriously disappear, the Unicorn Riders must work together to save the Solstice for everyone. While learning to prepare recipes and riding through avalanches, they discover the true meaning of the solstice.
Is It Any Good?
This joyful and light special is an easy watch that captures the spirit of the holiday season: a time to come together with friends and family. Unicorn Academy: Winter Solstice presents the end-of-the-year celebration in a way that's relatable and universal. It uses the science of the solstice to show the need for warmth during the coldest days. With no villains, the focus is on connection and celebrating each other. It offers positive messages for kids of all ages.
Talk to Your Kids About ...
Families can talk about what this time of year means to them. In Unicorn Academy: Winter Solstice is a time to celebrate with friends and family. Do you have something similar in your culture?
Ava wants to have a perfect day but ends up trying too hard. What's a perfect day to you?
Characters in the Sapphire Dorm are from different backgrounds and use this to their advantage to make a delicious feast. Do you have a family recipe you can share?
TV Details
- Premiere date : November 13, 2025
- Cast : Sara Garcia , Sadie Laflamme-Snow , Kolton Stewart
- Network : Netflix
- Genre : Kids' Animation
- Topics : Adventures , Book Characters , Fantasy ( Magic , Unicorns ) , Friendship , Holidays ( Christmas , Winter Break ) , School
- Character Strengths : Perseverance
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- Last updated : November 18, 2025
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