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Chrysanthemum

Kevin Henkes

Chrysanthemum is a sweet and meaningful picture book about a young mouse who loves her unique name—until she starts school and other kids make fun of it. Feeling embarrassed and unsure, Chrysanthemum starts to wish her name were different. But with the help of a kind teacher and some self-discovery, she learns to love her name again.

This gentle story celebrates individuality and self-acceptance, making it perfect for helping young children feel confident about who they are, especially when dealing with teasing or self-doubt.