Appearing Tonight! Mary Heather Elizabeth Livingstone is a children's book about a child star who loses her fame. She started off as a very popular singer and dancer, but as she got older she got heavier and no one wanted to see her perform anymore. Regardless of her losing her stardom, she lives a very happy and content life. Many years later at the age of 82, Mary auditioned at the theater and everyone loved her! She was once again a Star.

I learned from this book that the world is a very judgmental place. If Mary would have stayed skinny, then the crowds would have continued to love her. This book can teach children a valuable lesson about life. Just because one thing doesn't end up working out, there are always other things. Your dream career or job may not work out, but there could be other things that you are good at and would be equally as happy doing. ( )