Chrysanthemum

By: Kevin Henkes

Published December 30th 2008 by Greenwillow Books (first published 1991)

Category: Arts

Pages: 32 pages

ISBN: 9780688147327

Description:
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 funny and honest school story about teasing, self-esteem, and acceptance to share all year round.

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?

Supports the Common Core State Standards