hrysanthemum is a funny and honest school story about teasing, self-esteem, and acceptance to share all year round. 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. Chrysanthemum thinks her name is absolutely perfect--until her first day of school. "You´re named after a flower!" teases Victoria. "Let´s smell her," says Jo. Chrysanthemum wilts. 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. "Perfectly executed in words and illustration, Chrysanthemum exemplifies Henkes´s 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. It get children thinking about and bonding with their own
