The Flower Girl

gentle · joyful · rhythmic · celebratory

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What is The Flower Girl about?

A little flower girl wakes up full of excitement on the morning of a special wedding. She gets ready in her pretty dress, helps with the flowers and joins the happy preparations. At the ceremony, she carefully scatters petals as everyone watches. Then it is time for music, dancing, delicious food and joyful celebrations at the reception. With gentle rhyming text and soft illustrations, this charming picture book follows a young girl through every memorable moment of her important day.

About the author

Laura Godwin is a children’s author who writes warm, imaginative stories for young readers. She grew up in Alberta, Canada, and now lives in New York City. She has written picture books such as Barnyard Prayers, Little White Dog, Happy and Honey, and One Moon, Two Cats. She is also well known for co-writing The Doll People series with Ann M. Martin. Her books celebrate friendship, family, imagination and the joy of reading.