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The Terrible Birthday Present

By Angela Bull

Adjectives

relatable heartfelt thought-provoking

Genres

Friendship/Family Feelings/Wellbeing

Synopsis

Holly eagerly anticipates receiving a black skirt for her birthday. However, her well-meaning Aunt Sue surprises her with a gift that doesn't match Holly's expectations. Torn between gratitude and disappointment, Holly struggles to express her true feelings without hurting her aunt. This relatable story explores themes of honesty, family relationships, and the challenges of communication.

About the author

Angela Bull is a talented British author who loves bringing history to life for young readers. She is well known for her exciting biographies, including stories about famous people like Queen Victoria and William Shakespeare. Angela Bull’s books help children discover amazing facts and adventures from the past in a fun and easy-to-understand way.

Pages

46 pages

Reading age

Early Chapter Book (6-10)

Published

1998

Community rating

Average score: 5

From 3 readers

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