
What is your earliest reading "memory"? What are you reading? I am excited to share new (and old) titles, thoughts and ideas about books with your children, students and you! Look for a new title, teaching idea or discussion point every few days. Be sure to add your thoughts, ideas and titles to encourage readers to THINK!
Sunday, August 26, 2012
Chrysanthemum by Kevin Henkes
She was a perfect baby, and she had a perfect name. Chrysanthemum. When
she was old enough to appreciate it, Chrysanthemum loved her name. And
then she started school. “I’m named after my grandmother,” said
Victoria. “You’re named after a flower.” Chrysanthemum wilted.
Life at school didn’t improve. In fact, it got worse. Then the students
were introduced to their music teacher, Mrs. Twinkle. Mrs. Delphinium Twinkle. And suddenly, Chrysanthemum blossomed….
Here is the link to the author's site - http://www.kevinhenkes.com.php5-25.dfw1-2.websitetestlink.com/

just mailed this to a sweet little gal who is about to become a preschooler! Guess where I had bought it?... 8 cousins!!!! ;) miss you!
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