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Chrysanthemum
Written and illustrated by Kevin Henkes
Published by Greenwillow Books
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Publisher's Summary
She was a perfect baby, and she had a perfect name. Chrysanthemum. When she was old enough to appreciate it, Chrysanthemum loved her name. And then she started school. "I'm named after my grandmother," said Victoria. "You're named after a flower." Chrysanthemum wilted. Life at school didn't improve. In fact, it got worse. Then the students were introduced to their music teacher, Mrs. Twinkle. Mrs. Delphinium Twinkle. And suddenly, Chrysanthemum blossomed....
Topics in Chrysanthemum
teachers
bullying
starting school
confidence
being yourself
self-esteem
female role models
being different
Details
- Age Range: 4-8
- Pages: 32
- Book Type: picture
- Publication Date: September 16, 1991
- ISBN: 0688096999
- ISBN 13: 978-0688096991
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