About This Book
Kate's Special Secret #5 is a heartwarming chapter book set at the prestigious Royal Ballet School, following eleven-year-old Ellie Brown and her friends. The girls are excited for a new term and the arrival of world-famous dancers, but Ellie notices her friend Kate is keeping a troubling secret. As Ellie tries to understand Kate's distress, a shocking truth is revealed, teaching the girls about the enduring power of true friendship, honesty, and empathy. This book is ideal for readers aged 7-11, particularly those interested in ballet, school stories, and navigating complex social dynamics.
During spring term at the Royal Ballet School, eleven-year-old Ellie learns some important lessons about friendship when an old friend comes to visit and a new one seems to be keeping a troubling secret.
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Discussion Prompts
1
Why do you think Kate kept her secret for so long? What might have made it hard for her to share?
2
How did Ellie show she was a good friend to Kate? What could she have done differently?
3
Have you ever had a secret that was hard to keep or share? How did it feel?
4
What does 'true friendship prevails even when circumstances are not as they seemed' mean to you?
5
How do you think the other girls felt when they learned Kate's secret? How did they show empathy?
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