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Chrysanthemum
by Kevin Henkes
Chrysanthemum loves her name. Until she gets to school, where she is bullied by other students. A kind and popular teacher is able to sway the opinion of the rest of the class after revealing her own name, and Chrysanthemum in turn lives her name again.
This is a great book to read aloud in the classroom as it deals with topics of bullying and acceptance. Henkes use of language makes for an especially enjoyable read with descriptive phrases and unusual but accessible vocabulary choice. It’s also clear that Henkes really understands people-children and adults alike. From the parents gushing adoration of their newborn, to the sharp words of the bullies, and the quick change of attitude in the children, he paints a very realistic picture, and that makes this especially relatable for readers.
This is a great book to read aloud in the classroom as it deals with topics of bullying and acceptance. Henkes use of language makes for an especially enjoyable read with descriptive phrases and unusual but accessible vocabulary choice. It’s also clear that Henkes really understands people-children and adults alike. From the parents gushing adoration of their newborn, to the sharp words of the bullies, and the quick change of attitude in the children, he paints a very realistic picture, and that makes this especially relatable for readers.