I Want a Trumpet!
My Little Princess Series
What’s inside...
When a new music box arrives at the castle and captures everyone's attention, the Little Princess decides to learn to play an instrument too. She makes herself a funnel trumpet and is soon practising all over the castle. Unfortunately not everyone seems to appreciate her music as much as she does.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
2-3
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
How did the main character feel when they first saw the trumpet? Can you relate to their excitement?
What challenges did the character face in learning to play the trumpet, and how did they overcome them?
Why do you think the character wanted a trumpet? What would you like to learn to play and why?
How did the story end and what did the character learn about themselves or others?
If you could add another scene to the book, what would happen in it?
Tip: Role play these questions
While discussing the book, show genuine interest in your child's answers and opinions to encourage open communication.
Relate the character's experiences to your child's life by discussing a time your child tried something new or faced a challenge.
Ask your child to draw a picture of their favorite part of the book, which can lead into more discussion about the story's themes.
Encourage your child to describe feelings and lessons learned from the book by using emotive language.
Propose a role-play scenario where your child pretends to teach someone else how to play an instrument, consolidating their understanding and empathy.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: Persistence
Explanation: The protagonist's continual efforts to get a trumpet exemplify persistence.
Real-World Application: Children learn the importance of staying determined and continuously working towards their goals, despite challenges.
Example Lesson: Patience
Explanation: The waiting period for the protagonist to receive the trumpet teaches patience.
Real-World Application: This encourages children to understand that some desires or goals are not immediately attainable and require waiting and patience.
Example Lesson: Responsibility
Explanation: Owning and caring for a trumpet entails responsibilities which the protagonist learns to handle.
Real-World Application: Children can apply this lesson by taking care of their possessions or tasks with accountability.
Example Lesson: Joy in Learning
Explanation: The protagonist's excitement and joy in learning to play the trumpet highlights the joy of acquiring new skills.
Real-World Application: This can inspire children to embrace learning new skills or hobbies with enthusiasm.
Example Lesson: Sharing
Explanation: The protagonist shares their music with others, spreading joy.
Real-World Application: It teaches children the value of sharing their talents and skills to bring happiness to others.