My Pet Star

What do our readers think of My Pet Star? (Generated from the text of reviews of the book)

Children enjoy the cute star, gentle rhymes, colourful pictures and cosy bedtime feeling. They also like the warm friendship at the heart of the story and its message that kindness can help someone shine.

What does the Pageticker team say about My Pet Star?

My Pet Star is a tender, gently funny story about kindness, friendship and the tricky business of letting someone go when they are ready to shine on their own. Corrinne Averiss’s rhythmic text makes it a lovely read-aloud, while Rosalind Beardshaw’s cosy illustrations give the fallen star plenty of charm.

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What is My Pet Star about?

A little girl discovers a fallen star and lovingly cares for it, treating it as her pet. She shares stories, prepares special treats, and tucks it into bed each night. As her kindness helps the star regain its glow, she realises that true friendship sometimes means letting go. This touching tale highlights the importance of compassion and understanding.

About the author

Corrinne Averiss is a much-loved British author who writes gentle, heartfelt stories for children. Her books, like 'The Boy on the Bench' and 'My Pet Star', are filled with warmth and imagination. Corrinne loves exploring big feelings in her stories and hopes her books help children understand themselves and the world around them.

Discussion ideas around My Pet Star

Caring for the star: How does the little girl show the star that she cares about it, and which of her actions do you think helps most?

A true friend: What makes the little girl a good friend to the star, even when caring for it is not always easy?

Letting go: Why might letting go be the kindest thing to do sometimes?

Your own pet star: If you found a fallen star, what would you do to help it feel safe, happy and ready to shine?