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The Language of Flowers

Author: Shyala SmithIllustrator: Aaron Asis

Juhi loves to help Appa in his flower shop. When a favourite customer dies, Juhi learns the power of flowers to ease grief. This is a tender and charming story of remembering lost ones with joy, and will be an excellent introduction to conversations about grief and remembrance.

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  • Own Voice
  • South Asian representation
  • Diverse cast
  • Single parent
  • Challenges gender stereotypes
  • Female lead