Babymouse #18: Happy Birthday, Babymouse
#18 of 20 in Babymouse Series
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What’s inside...
Meet Babymouse--the spunky mouse beloved by young readers for more than a decade! You're all invited to Babymouse's big birthday event-and we mean BIG! Will she have the most epic birthday ever? This groundbreaking young graphic novel series, full of humor and fun, is a bestseller that's sold more than three million copies! 'Move over, Superman, here comes Babymouse!' -The Chicago Sun-Times You are cordially invited to the birthday event of the year! Babymouse is having a birthday and she wants it to be BIG! Mount Everest BIG. Eiffel Tower BIG. Tyrannosaurus rex BIG. (Okay, maybe inviting a T. rex isn't such a good idea). Will all of Babymouse's birthday dreams come true? Will she have a five-hundred-tier cupcake? Find out in Happy Birthday, Babymouse-the eighteenth hilarious, action-packed installment of the beloved Babymouse graphic novel series by Matthew Holm and Jennifer L. Holm! DON'T MISS The BIG Adventures of Babymouse: Once Upon a Messy Whisker, the newest, brightest, and BIGGER THAN EVER graphic novel from BABYMOUSE!
Discussion points
What do you think Babymouse wished for on her birthday and why?
How did Babymouse handle the challenges she faced in the story? What would you have done in her place?
Can you think of a time when you felt similar to Babymouse during her birthday celebrations?
What did you learn about friendships from Babymouse's interactions with her friends?
If you could give Babymouse a birthday present, what would it be and why?
Tip: Role play these questions
Encourage your child to express their emotions and thoughts about Babymouse’s experiences, relating them to their own life.
Discuss the importance of friendship and empathy, drawing examples from Babymouse’s interactions with her friends.
Use Babymouse's wish and the outcomes of her birthday as a springboard to talk about personal desires and realistic expectations.
Prompt your child to think creatively by asking what kind of birthday gift they would give to Babymouse, enhancing their empathy and imaginative thinking.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The importance of perseverance
Explanation: Throughout 'Happy Birthday, Babymouse', Babymouse faces various challenges in planning her party. Despite obstacles, she continues to push forward, demonstrating resilience.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by not giving up when facing difficulties in schoolwork or personal projects, learning that persistence often leads to success.
Example Lesson: Value of creativity
Explanation: Babymouse uses her imagination to think outside the box for her birthday celebration, turning ordinary ideas into fun, creative party activities.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to use their creativity in solving problems or in expressing themselves, whether in arts, crafts, or other aspects of daily life.
Example Lesson: Understanding the importance of friendship
Explanation: The story shows Babymouse valuing her friendships, especially when her friends come together to celebrate her special day despite the hiccups along the way.
Real-World Application: Kids are reminded of the importance of nurturing relationships and being a good friend, regardless of the situation.
Example Lesson: Learning to manage expectations
Explanation: Babymouse learns that while not everything goes as planned, the outcome can still be enjoyable. This teaches flexibility and realistic expectations.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to adapt to changes and maintain a positive attitude, even when outcomes differ from their initial expectations.