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Picture Book · Ages 4–7 · 2018 · Est. 3 min read-aloud
Florette
Written and illustrated by Anna Walker
A young girl finds a way to bring nature into her new city home.
40 pages· 337 words· Est. 3 min read-aloud
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Bookroo's summary
Mae's world turns upside down when her family moves to the city, leaving behind her cherished garden. As she navigates this new urban landscape, Mae wonders if she can recreate the magic of her old home. With no room for apple trees or daffodils, can Mae find a way to bring nature back into her life? This beautifully illustrated tale explores themes of friendship, resilience, and the wonders of the natural world, inviting young readers to discover how change can lead to unexpected growth and new beginnings.
From the publisher
A 2018 New York Times and New York Public Library Best Illustrated Picture Book
When Mae’s family moves to a new home, she wishes she could bring her garden with her. She’ll miss the apple trees, the daffodils, and chasing butterflies in the wavy grass. But there’s no room for a garden in the city. Or is there?
Mae’s story, gorgeously illustrated in watercolor, is a celebration of friendship, resilience in the face of change, and the magic of the natural world.
At a glance
- Format
- Hardcover
- Pages
- 40
- Words
- 337
- Reading age
- 4–7
- Audience
- Picture
- Lexile
- AD590L
What readers & critics say
Reviews
5.3
out of 7
5.5
“Beautiful illustrations that help tell the story. Great for a kid moving from wide open spaces to city life.”
The Notorious RAD
Trusted reviewer
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The fine print
Book details
Reading levels
- ATOS
- 2.7
- F&P level
- ~O
- AR points
- 0.5
- AR interest level
- LG
- AR quiz
- 503507
Publication
- Published
- February 20, 2018
- Publisher
- Clarion Books
Edition
- Language
- English
- Type
- Picture Book
Identifiers
- ISBN
- 9780544876835
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