Be Nice to Aunt Emma

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Anne Fine turns a familiar family irritation into a sharply funny battle of manners, with Tansy's over-the-top plan providing plenty of mischief. This short, accessible story suits children from about eight, especially those who enjoy witty dialogue, tricky relatives and a heroine who is determined not to be walked over.

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Tansy dreads Aunt Emma's visits - she's rude, boring, and Tansy has to give up her room. Every year, Dad insists Tansy be nice, despite Aunt Emma's behaviour. This time, left alone with her, Tansy plans to be so overly sweet that it drives Aunt Emma mad. Let the games begin...

About the author

Anne Fine is a much-loved British author who has written many funny and thoughtful books for children. She is best known for 'Madame Doubtfire' and 'The Diary of a Killer Cat'. Anne enjoys making readers laugh and think, and her stories are enjoyed by children all around the world.

Discussion ideas around Be Nice to Aunt Emma

Being nice: What does being nice really mean in Tansy's situation, and can someone behave politely without being kind?

Aunt Emma's behaviour: Why might Aunt Emma act so rudely, and what clues suggest there could be more to her behaviour than Tansy first thinks?

Revenge or cleverness?: Is Tansy's plan a clever way to cope or a form of revenge? Explain which view you find more convincing.

Family rules: How much control should children have over visits from relatives they dislike, and what would be a fair way for families to handle this?