On the day of the talent show, a boy is ready to sing his song, and he isn’t one bit scared because he has practiced a billion times, plus he’s wearing his lucky blue boots and his pants with all ten pockets. But as all of the other kids perform before him, he gets more and more nervous. How the boy overcomes his fear of performing in front of the class makes a charming and funny read-aloud.
Discussion Questions
- Why do you think the main character was nervous about performing?
- Have you ever felt nervous about doing something in front of others?
- How did the boy feel when the two boys booed him?
- What could those boys have done differently to be kinder?
- What helped the boy find the courage to sing anyway?
- What helps you feel brave when you’re scared?
- Why is it important to support others when they’re trying something new or difficult?
- How can we show encouragement instead of judgment?
- How do you think the boy felt after he finished his song?
- What does this tell us about facing our fears?
- If you saw someone being booed or teased, what could you do to help them feel better?
Activities
- Bravery Stars: Cut out star shapes for students in small groups or for your family. Write or draw something brave each person has done. Hang the stars on a wall or bulletin board to create a wall of bravery!
- I Can Be Brave Booklet: Create a small booklet with pages like: “I feel nervous when…”, “I feel brave when…”, “I can help others feel brave by…” Decorate and personalize the booklets. Share with the group or keep as a reminder of inner strength.