It’s My Birthday!
It’s My Birthday! by Paula Metcalf is an illustrated edition published by Macmillan Children’s in 2008, featuring 24 pages in English. This delightful story follows the elephant sisters, Shirley and Doris, as they navigate the ups and downs of birthday celebrations. With Shirley’s excitement for her special day, the narrative explores themes of sibling dynamics, highlighting moments of joy and envy that arise during family gatherings.
Readers will find a humorous and warm-hearted tale that captures the essence of sibling relationships, particularly during holidays and celebrations. As the story unfolds, Doris grapples with feelings of disappointment when her hand-me-down dress contrasts with Shirley’s new outfit, and none of the gifts at the party are for her. This engaging narrative offers a relatable glimpse into family life, making it a charming addition to any collection focused on family and sibling themes.
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Following on from WE LOVE BUNK BEDS!, the elephant sisters are back to make you laugh once again!
It’s Shirley’s birthday, and she’s almost as excited as her little sister, Doris. But her hand-me-down party dress isn’t as pretty as Shirley’s brand new one, and not ONE of the presents Shirley’s friends bring to the party is for Doris. It’s all becoming a bit of a disappointment!
A warm-hearted, funny story about sibling love and envy, with a sweet and very sticky ending!
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