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3.79 AVERAGE
3.79 AVERAGE
beckykkramer's review
4.0
Read ARC through Edelweiss. Sweet story of finding your time to shine and not comparing yourself to others.
beckys_book_blog's review
4.0
This is a gorgeous story celebrating diversity.
Blossom and Bud are not like the other flowers. Blossom is very tall and Bud is small and hasn't bloomed. They worry that they need to be more like the other flowers and want to change their appearance. Luckily the florist sees how beautiful and unique they both are and teaches them they are special as they are and don't need to change. They are both chosen to be part of a special wedding day celebration.
This is a lovely simple story for children that is beautifully illustrated. It would be a very useful book for talking to children about how we all look different but we should be happy with our appearance and have a positive body image. Another great book promoting diversity and inclusion.
Blossom and Bud are not like the other flowers. Blossom is very tall and Bud is small and hasn't bloomed. They worry that they need to be more like the other flowers and want to change their appearance. Luckily the florist sees how beautiful and unique they both are and teaches them they are special as they are and don't need to change. They are both chosen to be part of a special wedding day celebration.
This is a lovely simple story for children that is beautifully illustrated. It would be a very useful book for talking to children about how we all look different but we should be happy with our appearance and have a positive body image. Another great book promoting diversity and inclusion.
fernthepanda's review
3.0
I received an eARC courtesy of Magination Press/American Psychological Association via NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.
An important book on body image, but I'm not sure if the story is as wow-worthy as I hoped. The story is just a bit flat for kids to follow and will take a lot of effort for the reader to help children really get the message.
An important book on body image, but I'm not sure if the story is as wow-worthy as I hoped. The story is just a bit flat for kids to follow and will take a lot of effort for the reader to help children really get the message.
jaane's review
5.0
An inspirational story about how we should not fit in as to what everybody tells us but instead be unique and accept who we are because we all have different purpose in life!
I adore how it is simple and easy to digest. I also love the last part of the book where the author talks about how parents/everybody should educated children on body positivity. Not to mention the amazing illustration! A wonderful read, indeed!
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC. ☺️
I adore how it is simple and easy to digest. I also love the last part of the book where the author talks about how parents/everybody should educated children on body positivity. Not to mention the amazing illustration! A wonderful read, indeed!
Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC. ☺️
rjw2011's review
2.0
The message of this story is self-acceptance. While I LOVE the message, the story is entirely too short and rushed. I was hopeful going in but felt disappointed in the abrupt ending.
kittykult's review
4.0
Blossom and Bud live in a flower shop. They do not like the way they look and get picked on for their sizes by the other plants. This story is about finding your place and being worthy just the way you are. I love how the art is very diverse and shows different body types, races, and personalities. There is a note at the back for how to cultivate (hehe flower pun) positive body image in your children. It also refers to parents and caregivers as “florists” which I felt was a special touch (because as evidenced earlier, I like puns a lot).
Note: I received a free copy of this book from NetGalley. I was not compensated in any other fashion for the review and the opinions reflected below are entirely my own. Special thanks to the publisher and author for providing the copy.
Note: I received a free copy of this book from NetGalley. I was not compensated in any other fashion for the review and the opinions reflected below are entirely my own. Special thanks to the publisher and author for providing the copy.
sunflowerjess's review
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.5
Written by a psychologist, this sweet book tells the tale of Blossom, a sunflower who is self-critical of her height, and Bud, a not-quite-blooming plant who is self-critical of his slow growth. They are teased and bullied by the other flowers in the shop for their physical qualities, but both end up being important parts of a special bouquet. I liked how the font, size, and color of the words reflected their meaning, and I especially appreciate the author's note with excellent information about body image and how to help children develop a healthy sense of self.