The Official Tickler by Mary M. Cushnie-Mansour
The Official Tickler
Mary M. Cushnie-Mansour
                                                                                                                                   The Official Tickler by Mary M. Cushnie-Mansour

1. What is the problem in the story?

2. How does Princess Alexandra solve her problem?

3. Why can’t the cook not help the princess?

4. What is the reason that Butler Albert cannot help Princess Alexandra?

5. Explain the meaning of the following phrases:
·         “a Supper fit for a King”
·         “will have me served up for his breakfast”
·         “slowly she inched her way”
·         “tickle each other silly”

6. Define the following words:
·         royal
·         massive
·         cautiously
·         scowl
·         protest
·         nonsense
·         dismissed
·         forlorn
·         parlour
·         nursery

7. Did you enjoy this read aloud? Explain your answer. Provide a star and a wish for Mary.

8. If you could meet the author, what are some of the things you would like to ask her about the story or herself?