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Chrysanthemum 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 fo

Chrysanthemum

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    A Hardback by Kevin Henkes, Kevin Henkes

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      Publisher Greenwillow Books
      Published 16 September 1991
      ISBN-13 9780688096991
      978-0688096991
      ISBN-10 0688096999
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      Books by Kevin Henkes

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      Chrysanthemum 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 fo

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