Written and illustrated by Kevin Henkes
Genre: Picture Book
Subgenre: Picture Storybook
Themes: Hopefulness, frustration, jealousy, relationships, confidence
Primary characters: Lilly, her teacher Mr. Slinger, her parents
Secondary characters: Ms. Shotwell (the school nurse), Ginger (Mr. Slinger's neice), a saleswoman, Lilly's Granny
Published on March 28, 2006 by Greenwillow Books
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This book tells the story of Lilly being positive she will be included in her teacher's wedding-as a flower girl-and being disappointed in the actual outcome of the wedding plans! =( I would use this book in a classroom of younger elementary-grade students, to convey the point that as much as we might hope for something, that's not a guarantee that it will work out that way. Although we wish them the best, children have to learn to cope with disappointment at some point or another. I think the story of Lilly's expectations of being a flower girl not being realized would be a good, "soft" way to begin introducing such a concept to young children. Also, it conveys a valuable lesson in being happy for others and not only thinking of ourselves (sometimes a difficult concept for "little guys"!). The story's lighthearted and humorous nature makes for an adorable read!
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