Kipper's Birthday

What do our readers think of Kipper's Birthday? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy the funny birthday mix-up, the colourful pictures and the surprise at the heart of the story. Some younger children find the difference between today and tomorrow confusing, while older children tend to spot the joke more quickly.

What does the Pageticker team say about Kipper's Birthday?

Kipper’s Birthday turns a simple party mix-up into a funny, gently puzzling lesson about today, yesterday and tomorrow. Mick Inkpen’s warm illustrations and wonderfully wonky cake make this a charming choice for preschoolers, though very young children (and adults!) may need a little help untangling the dates.

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What is Kipper's Birthday about?

Kipper is excited to celebrate his birthday and prepares a delicious cake and invitations for his friends. However, a mix-up with the dates leads to confusion about when the party is. Despite the mishap, Kipper's friends arrive with a wonderful surprise, making his birthday memorable. This delightful tale introduces young readers to the concepts of 'today,' 'yesterday,' and 'tomorrow' in a fun and engaging way.

About the author

Mick Inkpen is a much-loved British author and illustrator who creates delightful books for children. He is best known for his stories about Kipper the dog and Wibbly Pig, which have made children smile all over the world. Mick’s gentle stories and charming pictures make reading fun and inspire a love of books.

Discussion ideas around Kipper's Birthday

Today, tomorrow and yesterday: How do the mixed-up invitations make Kipper and his friends feel, and how can you explain what happened using the words today, tomorrow and yesterday?

A birthday surprise: What makes a birthday celebration special for Kipper, and what would make your own perfect birthday party?

Helping when things go wrong: Kipper’s plans do not work exactly as he expects. What could he do when a special day goes wrong, and how might his friends help?

Making and sharing: Kipper prepares a cake and invitations for his friends. What do you enjoy making or sharing with other people, and why?