It’s my birthday!
Zingisile’s birthday falls on a school day this year. How will he celebrate?
Engagement Questions for “It’s My Birthday”
Encourage creativity and conversation with kids using these fun discussion questions:
Creativity & Imagination:
- If you could plan the best birthday party ever, what theme would you choose?
- What kind of magical gift would you love to receive on your birthday?
Feelings & Emotions:
- How do you think the character felt waking up on their special day?
- What makes you feel most loved and happy on your birthday?
Nature & Science:
- Can you think of any animals that celebrate special occasions in unique ways?
- Why do we blow out candles on cakes and make wishes?
✍️ Written by: Sinovuyo Mcunukelwa
🎨 Illustrated by: Josephine Versfeld
🎭 Designed by: Nkosingiphile Mazibuko
📝 Edited by: Diane Awerbuck
In partnership with Book Dash (https://bookdash.org/)
* The story It’s my birthday! is a Book Dash story and is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 License. Minor changes may have been made for ease of reading on our site.
