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Thelma the Unicorn

by Aaron Blabey Publisher: SCHOLASTIC

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Thelma the Unicorn

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AlbakiReads Editorial

Thelma the Unicorn

Thelma begins as a pony wishing to become a unicorn, and her transformation brings fame along with an unexpected cost. Her experience leads her to reconsider what she wanted and what makes her happiest: returning to her ordinary self and to the friend waiting at home. The story links its fantasy premise to self-acceptance, contrasting the attention that comes with a sparkling new identity with the comfort of being oneself. Its central change is easy to follow, giving the book a clear way to explore the difference between wishing to be someone else and valuing who you already are.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 4–8 interested in a fantasy story about a pony and a unicorn.
  • Young readers exploring themes of self-esteem and self-reliance.
  • Families seeking a story that opens conversation about identity and friendship.

Themes

Self-acceptanceSelf-esteemIdentityFriendshipFame and its costs

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Book overview

Thelma is an ordinary pony who wishes with all her heart to be a unicorn.

 

Thelma dreams of being a glamorous unicorn. Then in a rare pink and glitter-filled moment of fate, Thelma's wish comes true. She rises to instant international stardom, but at an unexpected cost. After a while, Thelma realizes that she was happier as her ordinary, sparkle-free self. So she ditches her horn, scrubs off her sparkles, and returns home, where her best friend is waiting for her with a hug. From award-winning author Aaron Blabey comes this joyful book about learning to love who you are...even if you don't have sparkles.
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I highly recommend to for anyone looking for inner clarity

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