About This Book
Jan Ormerod's 'Ms. Macdonald Has a Class' is a delightful picture book that follows a group of children as they prepare for a special performance inspired by a farm visit. The story centers on Ms. Macdonald's guidance as the students creatively embody various farm animals through movement, sounds, and songs. It's a charming exploration of imagination, teamwork, and the joy of creative expression, perfect for young readers aged 4-8 who are starting school or love animals and music. The book subtly models cooperation and builds confidence through performance.
After visiting the farm, the children in Ms. MacDonald's class learn to move and look and sound very different while preparing to present the performance of a lifetime.
Discussion Prompts
1
What was your favorite animal sound or movement the children made? Can you try to make it too?
2
What kind of performance would you like to put on with your friends or classmates?
3
How do you think the children felt when they were practicing for their show? How about when they performed?
4
What did Ms. Macdonald do to help her class get ready for their performance?
5
Have you ever visited a farm? What animals did you see or hear there?
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