Listen to My Trumpet by Mo Willems | Storytime Video | Children's Book Read Aloud
Listen to My Trumpet! by Mo Willems is a hilarious and heartwarming entry in the Elephant & Piggie series. In this story, Piggie excitedly plays her trumpet for Gerald. Gerald listens politely—but he's unsure how to respond to her enthusiastic, but less-than-tuneful, performance.
This book is perfect for early readers and classroom discussion. It explores friendship, honesty, encouragement, and the joys (and challenges) of creative expression. Like all of Willems’ work, it’s simple, expressive, and deeply relatable for young learners.
Teacher’s Corner
Before Reading
- Ask: Have you ever played a musical instrument? How did it sound at first?
- Look at the cover: What do you think Piggie’s trumpet will sound like?
During Reading
- Pause when Piggie starts to play: What do you think Gerald is thinking?
- Ask: Is Gerald being a good friend? Why or why not?
After Reading
- Activity: Make a paper trumpet and perform your own “concert.”
- Discussion: How do we support our friends when they’re trying something new?
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