Falling Star

PreS-Gr 3–A star has one job, to shine as bright as it can. That is what this little star does every night, it works to be the brightest star in the night sky. Every star wants the job to be the one people wish upon during the night. But what happens when a star cannot keep up and be the brightest? What happens when a star becomes a falling star? What job is left then? This great social-emotional learning story is a reminder that not everyone is the “brightest star” and that is okay. Through following Star’s fall from the sky, readers see that sometimes a person is supposed to be great at something else. While the story is meant for young children, the message is a universal one that could resonate with older ones. The illustrations provide a great contrast in emotions, with Star shining brightly against a darker background in the beginning, then starting to blend in as it fades and falls. The emotions are clearly demonstrated through the illustrations.