How do Angelina and her friends work together to plan the show?

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What makes Ms. Mimi a favorite teacher?

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What kind of surprise would you plan for someone special?

This is a discussion prompt for Angelina's Surprise Show by Katharine Holabird. Use it to spark conversation with your child after reading.

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Angelina's Surprise Show

Name: Angelina's Surprise Show
ISBN: 9780448458793

by Katharine Holabird

Join Angelina Ballerina and her friends as they prepare a special surprise performance for their beloved teacher, Ms. Mimi.

About This Book

"Help Angelina and all her friends plan a surprise show for their favorite teacher, Ms. Mimi!"--Page 4 of cover.

Concepts

Friendship & Loyalty Teamwork & Collaboration Joy & Gratitude Empathy & Kindness Creativity & Imagination Making Friends School Life Friendship & Social Music Animals

Wonderlit Review

In "Angelina's Surprise Show," Angelina and her friends collaborate to plan a special performance for their favorite teacher, Ms. Mimi. This early chapter book, part of the beloved Angelina Ballerina series, gently explores themes of friendship, teamwork, and gratitude. The emotional arc is consistently heartwarming and positive, focusing on the joy of giving and working together. This book is ideal for children aged 4-8 who enjoy school stories, anthropomorphic characters, and narratives centered around kindness. Parents might reach for this when their child is starting school, learning about cooperation, or simply looking for a sweet, engaging story. The book's simple plot and familiar characters make it a comforting read-aloud or an accessible independent read for emerging readers.