Listen to My Trumpet by Mo Willems | Storytime Video | Children's Book Read Aloud
Listen to My Trumpet! – Read Aloud & Classroom Discussion
Listen to My Trumpet! by Mo Willems is a hilarious and heartwarming story from the Elephant & Piggie series. Piggie is bursting with excitement to play her trumpet for Gerald. Gerald listens patiently… but struggles with how to respond to Piggie’s very enthusiastic performance.
This book is perfect for early readers and classroom discussion. It explores friendship, honesty, encouragement, and what it means to support others when they are trying something new. Like all of Willems’ work, it’s simple, expressive, and deeply relatable for young learners.
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Teacher’s Corner
Before Reading
- Ask: Have you ever played a musical instrument? How did it sound at first?
- Look at the cover and predict: What do you think Piggie’s trumpet will sound like?
During Reading
- Pause when Piggie starts to play. Ask: What might Gerald be thinking?
- Discuss: Is Gerald being honest? Is he being kind?
After Reading
- Activity: Make a paper trumpet and perform a short “concert.”
- Discussion: How can we encourage friends even when something is difficult?
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