About This Book
The Costume Copycat tells the relatable story of Angela, a younger sister who constantly feels overshadowed by her older sister, especially during Halloween. Year after year, her sister's elaborate costumes garner all the attention, leaving Angela feeling invisible. This year, Angela decides to break the cycle by creating a truly unique costume of her own design. The book gently explores themes of sibling rivalry, self-confidence, and the joy of creative expression, offering a heartwarming resolution where Angela learns to embrace her individuality. It's a perfect read for children aged 4-8 who might be navigating similar feelings of comparison or looking for inspiration to be themselves.
Every year Angela's older sister outshines her at Halloween, until one year Angela creates her own special costume.
Discussion Prompts
1
Have you ever felt like someone else was better at something than you? How did that make you feel?
2
What makes Angela's costume special? How did she come up with the idea?
3
Why do you think Angela's sister always had such great costumes? Was she trying to make Angela feel bad?
4
What's your favorite part about Halloween? If you could be anything, what costume would you choose?
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