Reviews tagging 'Pregnancy'

Chrysanthemum by Kevin Henkes

1 review

sassmistress's review against another edition

emotional reflective slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

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! 

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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".