

Perfectly executed in words and illustration, Chrysanthemum exemplifies Henkess talent for creating true picture stories for young audiences.-The Horn Book This is an ideal break-the-ice book for the first week of school. What will it take to make her blossom again? This popular picture book has sold more than a million copies and was named a Notable Book for Children by the American Library Association. Youre named after a flower! teases Victoria. Chrysanthemum thinks her name is absolutely perfect-until her first day of school. Written and illustrated by Kevin Henkes, the nationally bestselling and celebrated creator of Lillys Purple Plastic Purse, Owen, and Kittens First Full Moon, Chrysanthemum is a dont-miss classic, especially for back to school. This big book edition is 15 1/4 x 18 7/8 inches-perfect for sharing in schools and libraries. It get children thinking about and bonding with their own names and the names of everyone else in the class, and it's the perfect vehicle for starting a discussion about treating classmates with tolerance, kindness, and compassion.Book Synopsis Chrysanthemum is a funny and honest school story about teasing, self-esteem, and acceptance to share all year round. This is an ideal break-the-ice book for the first week of school.

"Perfectly executed in words and illustration, Chrysanthemum exemplifies Henkes's talent for creating true picture stories for young audiences."- The Horn Book This popular picture book has sold more than a million copies and was named a Notable Book for Children by the American Library Association.

What will it take to make her blossom again? "You're named after a flower!" teases Victoria. Written and illustrated by Kevin Henkes, the nationally bestselling and celebrated creator of Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse, Owen, and Kitten's First Full Moon, Chrysanthemum is a don't-miss classic, especially for back to school.Ĭhrysanthemum thinks her name is absolutely perfect-until her first day of school. Chrysanthemum is a funny and honest school story about teasing, self-esteem, and acceptance to share all year round.
