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Lockdown Looms Reggie's Birthday Party

By Banji Alexander

Adjectives

heart-warming thought-provoking resilient vocabulary-rich

Genres

Friendship/Family Feelings/Wellbeing Realistic Fiction

What is Lockdown Looms Reggie's Birthday Party about?

Reggie is looking forward to his eighth birthday, but lockdown threatens to ruin his plans. As COVID-19 changes life at home, Reggie struggles with disappointment, home-schooling and the big feelings that come with uncertainty. Then a surprising radio announcement offers a glimmer of hope. With help from his family and community, Reggie learns about kindness, patience and resilience, discovering that even during difficult times, people can adapt, stay connected and find unexpected ways to celebrate together.

Pages

108 pages

Reading age

Junior (8-13)

Edition published

2023

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