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Listen to My Trumpet! An Elephant and Piggie Book
Last updated Friday, March 13, 2026
Author: Mo Willems
Date of Publication: 2012
ISBN: 1423154045
Grade Level: Kindergarten (GLCs: Click here for grade level guidelines.)
Date(s) Used: Mar. 2026
Synopsis:
Gerald is careful. Piggie is not.
Piggie cannot help smiling. Gerald can.
Gerald worries so that Piggie does not have to.
Gerald and Piggie are best friends.
Piggie can't wait to play her new instrument for Gerald! But is she ready to listen to his reaction?
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This is a short story with a delightful surprise at the end. Sound effects are encouraged!
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| Discussion topics for before reading: |
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What instrument would you like to play? How many can you name?
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Can you make the sound of a trumpet?
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Where have you heard music play in real life?
Vocabulary:
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music: sounds that can be listened to and enjoyed
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shiny: something is bright, glossy
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loud: a large amount of sound; easily heard
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accent: the special way a person sounds when they speak
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cold (sickness): a mild common sickness that makes you sneeze, cough and have a stuffy nose
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| Discussion topics for during/after reading: |
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What activities do you like to do with friends? Who is your best friend?
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What kind of things make loud noises?
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What do you think are indoor sounds? What are some examples of outdoor sounds?
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Are instruments the only items you make music with? What are some creative ways of making loud sounds and/or music?
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| Craft ideas: |
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Make a tambourine with paper plates, tape/glue/tie, and beans for the inside
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Toilet paper tube instrument, beans inside and tape or glue paper to cover both sides
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Google "Andrelifehack paper sound bomb" easily to make a really fun craft. See https://www.tiktok.com/@andreafreda0/video/7241095793032039682
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*Note: These craft ideas are just suggestions.
You can use them, but you don't have to use them.
You can expand upon them, or add your own twist.
Remember, though, that the focus of your time should
not be on the development and execution of a craft;
the focus should be on the read-aloud and the
enjoyment of the book!
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