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Angelina is devastated when, after practicing very hard for her role as head flower princess in the big recital, she develops hiccups on the night of the performance.
Quick Summary
If your kid loves dance or theater, they'll instantly connect with Angelina Ballerina she's been practicing forever for the big recital and finally gets her dream role as head flower princess, only to be derailed by hiccups at the worst possible moment. The humor comes from her increasingly silly attempts to get rid of them (drinking water upside down, anyone?), which will have kids giggling and maybe even trying the tricks themselves. It's a great pick for kids who get nervous about performances or big events, since Angelina's frustration feels real but her story ends on a satisfying note. Parents will appreciate that the story handles disappointment and perseverance without being preachy just pure silly fun with a lovable mouse heroine. If your little reader devours this one, they'd probably also enjoy the classic "The Little Engine That Could" for another story about working hard toward a big moment.