The Wishing Flower

A.J. Irving ∙ Illustrated by Kip Alizadeh

Hardcover

Published on May 30, 2023 | 32 Pages

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Published on May 30, 2023 | 32 Pages

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Grades Preschool – 3
Ages 4–8

An LGBTQ-inclusive story about understanding your peers, your feelings, and yourself, The Wishing Flower is a love letter to longing, belonging, and longing to belong.

Birdie finds comfort in nature and books, but more than anything she longs for connection, to be understood. At school, Birdie feels like an outsider. Quiet and shy, she prefers to read by herself, rather than jump rope or swing with the other kids. That all changes when Sunny, the new girl, comes along. Like Birdie, Sunny has a nature name. She also likes to read, and loves to rescue bugs. And when Sunny smiles at her, Birdie’s heart balloons like a parachute.

From the acclaimed author of Dance Like a Leaf, with stunning illustrations by Kip Alizadeh, this book will inspire readers to honor their wishes and show the world their truest selves.

★ "A strong purchase for all collections, especially as a social-emotional text." —School Library Journal, starred review

★ "An expertly drawn and composed introduction to self-discovery." —Kirkus Reviews, starred review

"[Shows] exactly how it feels to be seen and understood as never before." —Publishers Weekly

ISBN 9780593430446 (Hardcover)
Published on May 30, 2023
Published by Knopf Books for Young Readers
Pages 32
Dimensions 9-1/2 x 9-1/2
Age Range 4-8 years
Grade Preschool - 3
Reading Level Lexile: AD520L | Fountas/Pinnell: M

ISBN 9780593430460 (Ebook)
Published on May 30, 2023
Published by Knopf Books for Young Readers
Pages 32
Age Range 4-8 years
Grade Preschool - 3
Reading Level Lexile: AD520L | Fountas/Pinnell: M

A.J. Irving

A.J. Irving grew up in Boise, Idaho, writing stories and daydreaming about becoming an author. Now, she writes picture books and poetry on her big back porch in a tiny town near Jackson, Wyoming. As an author and former bookmobile librarian, A.J. is passionate about inspiring children to read. She received a B.A. in journalism and women’s and gender studies from the University of Oregon. She is also the author of DANCE LIKE A LEAF.