About This Book
Turkey Pox tells the heartwarming story of Charity, a young girl who wakes up with chicken pox on Thanksgiving Day. To make matters worse, a terrible snowstorm means her beloved Nana and the traditional holiday feast can't come to them. Charity's disappointment is palpable, but her clever Grandma finds a way to bring the celebration, complete with roast turkey and even a few unexpected guests, directly to Charity's home. This picture book gently explores feelings of disappointment and the power of family love and resourcefulness to turn a challenging situation into a memorable and joyful one. It's suitable for children aged 3-7.
Charity is disappointed when she comes down with chicken pox and will miss Thanksgiving dinner. But then Grandma arrives with roast turkey and four snowplow drivers! Full color.
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Discussion Prompts
1
How did Charity feel when she realized she had chicken pox on Thanksgiving? Have you ever felt disappointed when plans changed?
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What did Grandma do to make Charity feel better? What does this tell us about her love for Charity?
3
Who were the unexpected guests, and how did they help make Thanksgiving special?
4
What are some ways your family makes special occasions memorable, even when things don't go exactly as planned?
5
If you were Charity, what would you have wished for to make your sick day better?
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