SuitabookThe ballad of a broken nose
Arne Svingen
- Reading
- You could read together and pause to talk about what opera means to Bart, then compare how he feels about performing before and after Ada encourages him.
- Themes
- Friendship and sharing troubles: Ada befriends Bart and encourages him to perform; her openness helps him realise he need not carry his troubles alone. Friendship and openness help Bart recognise that he need not carry his troubles alone; this does not mean his difficulties are resolved.
- Worth knowing
- Bullying and fear are among the story's themes, alongside Bart's difficult home life.