The best of times cover

The best of times

by Michael Morpurgo

When the Prince and Princess marry, both they and the whole kingdom are happy. Soon, however, the Princess becomes very sad and, desperate to make her happy again, the Prince sets out to find someone or something to help her. On Christmas Day, a troupe of puppeteers puts on a special play, but will they be able to break through the Princess's sadness? Suggested level: primary.

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Chappie’s discussion starters

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  1. Which character stayed with you after you turned the last page, and why?
  2. Was there a moment where you disagreed with a character’s choice? What would you have done?
  3. What theme did this book keep circling back to — and did it earn its ending?
  4. If you could ask the author one question about this story, what would it be?
  5. Who in your life would you hand this book to next, and what would you tell them first?