Little Miss Birthday (Mr. Men & Little Miss Celebrations)
Little Miss Books, Mr. Men & Little Miss Celebrations Series
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What’s inside...
Little Miss Birthday loves giving birthday presents. She prides herself on always finding the perfect gift for her friends. However, when it comes to Mr. Wrong's birthday, she faces a challenge. He is someone who has everything, and Little Miss Birthday must come up with an idea for a gift that will make his day special.
Series reading
Non-Sequential
Age
2-6
Length
32 pages
Text complexity
Discussion points
What was your favorite part of Little Miss Birthday’s celebration and why?
How do you think Mr. Uppity felt when he received his gift from Little Miss Birthday?
If you could give any character in the book a gift, who would it be and what would you give them?
How do the various characters in the book show their feelings about birthdays?
What can we learn from Little Miss Birthday about being thoughtful to others?
Tip: Role play these questions
Use expressions and voice modulations to bring the story and characters to life during the reading session.
Ask your child to guess what might happen next in the story to keep them engaged and thinking ahead.
After reading the book, encourage your child to draw a picture of their ideal birthday party inspired by Little Miss Birthday's celebration.
Discuss the concept of giving and receiving gifts, emphasizing thoughtfulness over material value.
Relate the story to your child’s personal experiences with birthdays to make the conversation more relatable and meaningful.
Key lessons
Example Lesson: The joy of giving
Explanation: Little Miss Birthday enjoys finding the perfect gifts for her friends, showing that the act of giving can be as fulfilling as receiving.
Real-World Application: Children can learn to take pleasure in making others happy by giving thoughtful gifts or lending a helping hand.
Example Lesson: Celebrating differences
Explanation: Throughout the book, Little Miss Birthday encounters various characters with different tastes and preferences, teaching the importance of acknowledging and respecting individual differences.
Real-World Application: This lesson can help children appreciate the diversity among their friends and learn to celebrate what makes each person unique.
Example Lesson: Problem-solving skills
Explanation: When faced with the challenge of finding a suitable gift for Mr. Wrong, Little Miss Birthday thinks creatively to solve the problem.
Real-World Application: Children can be encouraged to think outside the box and use their creativity to overcome obstacles in their daily lives.
Example Lesson: Importance of friendship
Explanation: The story highlights the interactions between different characters and how they appreciate each other's company and efforts in making birthdays special.
Real-World Application: This can teach children the value of building and maintaining friendships and being supportive friends.