About This Book
Holly Keller's 'Lizzie's Invitation' gently explores the common childhood experience of feeling left out. Lizzie is initially heartbroken when she isn't invited to a party, a feeling many young readers will recognize. However, her sadness turns to joy when she meets Amanda, another girl who also didn't get an invitation. Together, they discover the simple pleasure of playing and forming a new friendship, offering a comforting narrative about resilience and finding happiness in unexpected places. This book is perfect for sparking conversations about disappointment, empathy, and the value of new connections.
Lizzie is upset that she did not receive a party invitation until she meets Amanda who also was not invited to the party, and they have a fine afternoon playing together.
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Discussion Prompts
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How did Lizzie feel when she realized she wasn't invited to the party? Have you ever felt that way?
2
What did Lizzie and Amanda do when they realized they were both uninvited? Was that a good idea?
3
What makes a good friend? How did Lizzie and Amanda show they could be good friends to each other?
4
What are some ways you can make new friends when you feel lonely or left out?
5
What did Lizzie learn about parties and friendship by the end of the story?
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