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Reviews tagging 'Pregnancy'
Chrysanthemum: A First Day of School Book for Kids by Kevin Henkes, Kevin Henkes
1 review
emotional
reflective
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Complicated
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
Not my cup of tea yet, but my 5yo loves it. Very well written, the right amount of repetition, good, respectful vocabulary. Chrysanthemum is teased for her name until the cool substitute teacher has a similar name, and says she'd consider naming her new baby Chrysanthemum. Then the teasers all want to go by flower names too, and Chrysanthemum feels good about her perfect name again.
I do love the whimsical pregnant teacher!
I do love the whimsical pregnant teacher!
Content Warnings
Moderate: Pregnancy
Minor: Bullying
Chrysanthemum has a nightmare; sensitive kids might find the picture scary.
Parents have been supportive, positive, and encouraging when Chrysanthemum comes home from school crying. Her favorite foods, along with hugs and Parchisi, make her feel better.
Both Chrysanthemum and her name are called "perfect".
Parents have been supportive, positive, and encouraging when Chrysanthemum comes home from school crying. Her favorite foods, along with hugs and Parchisi, make her feel better.
Both Chrysanthemum and her name are called "perfect".