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Chrysanthemum is a funny and honest school story about teasing, self-esteem, and acceptance to share all year round. This big book edition is 15 1/4 x 18 7/8 inches—perfect for sharing in schools and libraries.

Written and illustrated by Kevin Henkes, the nationally bestselling and celebrated creator of Lilly''s Purple Plastic PurseOwen, and Kitten''s First Full MoonChrysanthemum 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 Big Book

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    A Paperback / softback by Kevin Henkes, Kevin Henkes

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      Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc
      Publication Date: 02/10/2007
      ISBN13: 9780061119743, 978-0061119743
      ISBN10: 0061119741

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      Chrysanthemum is a funny and honest school story about teasing, self-esteem, and acceptance to share all year round. This big book edition is 15 1/4 x 18 7/8 inches—perfect for sharing in schools and libraries.

      Written and illustrated by Kevin Henkes, the nationally bestselling and celebrated creator of Lilly''s Purple Plastic PurseOwen, and Kitten''s First Full MoonChrysanthemum 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, 

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