About This Book
In 'Listen to My Trumpet!', Piggie discovers a new instrument and is eager to share her musical talents with her best friend, Gerald. The challenge arises when Piggie's trumpet playing is, shall we say, distinct. Gerald grapples with the classic friendship dilemma: how to be supportive without being dishonest, and how to gently communicate his true feelings. This book is perfect for early elementary children (ages 6-9) and explores themes of self-confidence, creative expression, and the complexities of honest communication within a friendship, all wrapped in Mo Willems' signature humor and expressive illustrations.
Gerald is careful. Piggie is not. Piggie cannot help smiling. Gerald can. Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to. Gerald and Piggie are best friends. In Listen to My Trumpet! Piggie can’t wait to play her new instrument for Gerald! But is she ready to listen to his reaction?
Discussion Prompts
1
What do you think Piggie's trumpet playing sounded like? How did Gerald feel when he heard it?
2
Have you ever tried something new that you were really excited about, like Piggie with her trumpet?
3
What should you do if a friend tries something new and you don't quite like it? How can you be honest and kind at the same time?
4
Why is it sometimes hard to tell a friend how you really feel?
5
How do Gerald and Piggie show they are good friends in this story?
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