Daisy

Teased at school, Daisy finds solace in forgotten treasures and discovers a kindred spirit.

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32 pages

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Bookroo's summary

Daisy the warthog feels out of place at school, teased by classmates who call her 'Thistle.' Seeking solace, she collects forgotten treasures from the forest floor, finding beauty in the overlooked. Her unique hobby leads her to a new friend who shares her appreciation for hidden wonders. Can Daisy find her true self amidst the teasing and discover the beauty her mother always saw in her name?

From the publisher

When Daisy the warthog’s classmates tease her, she finds comfort collecting lost and forgotten things. She knows they’re special - and soon she meets a friend who knows it too. Daisies seem so simple on the surface, but when you look closely you see their hidden beauty.That’s what Daisy the warthog’s mom always says, and it’s the reason she got her name. But when Daisy goes to school, she doesn’t feel like her name. The other kids, Rose, Violet, and Petunia, make fun of her and call her Thistle. Daisy spends a lot of time with her head down, but she doesn’t need her classmates to have fun. When she looks at the forest floor, she starts to find all sorts of treasures, beautiful things that were once special and have since been forgotten. The other kids might make fun of her pastime, but it turns out she’s not the only one who appreciates the hidden beauty of forgotten things when she meets a like-minded new friend. With vibrant, sun-dappled art, this is a book for any kid who has trouble fitting in and marches to the beat of their own drum, from the acclaimed author and creator of Boats for Papa, Laundry Day, and Henry and Bea. A Junior Library Guild Gold Standard Selection

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