Flora and the Flamingo by Idle, Molly

In this magical Caldecott Honor-winning picture book, Flora and her graceful flamingo friend wordlessly explore the trials and joys of friendship through an elaborate synchronized dance.

Every little ballerina dreams of her turn as a dancing diva. Endearing Flora in swimsuit, bathing cap, and flippers admires a pink flamingo . . . and with a twist, a turn, and even a flop, these unlikely friends learn at last how to dance together in perfect harmony.

An innovative wordless picture book with interactive flaps, Flora and the Flamingo is full of humor and heart. This stunning performance (and splashy ending!) will have readers clapping for more!

FOR THE LOVE OF THE DANCE: For children and adults who share a passion for ballet, jazz, tap, Irish Step, or any form of dance, the joyful Flora books offer an engaging, hands-on reading experience that celebrates the magic of movement.

FINE-FEATHERED FRIENDS: Friendships in children's books come in many wonderful forms. The connection made in this gentle story as a girl and a bird dance in tandem is a lovely reminder that friendship is truly the wind beneath our wings.

For more feathery fun with the flamingo girls, pick up more preschool wordless books from award-winning author-illustrator Molly Idle, including Flora and the Penguin, Flora and the Peacocks, Flora and the Chicks, and Flora and the Ostrich.

Perfect for:

• Parents and caregivers seeking unique picture books with lift-the-flap interaction and beautifully flowing illustrations
• Gift giving for baby shower, birthday, holiday, dance recital, moving up, or graduation celebrations
• For fans of Angelina Ballerina, Pinkalicious, Lola Dutch, and Ella Bella Ballerina books

Author: Molly Idle
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Published: 02/05/2013
Pages: 44
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.00lbs
Size: 10.10h x 8.30w x 0.60d
ISBN: 9781452110066
Audience: Ages 4-8
Award: Caldecott Medal - Honor Book
Award: Buckeye Children's Book Award - Nominee
Award: Buckeye Children's Book Award - Nominee

Review Citation(s):
Publishers Weekly 01/21/2013 pg. 64
Kirkus Reviews 01/15/2013
School Library Journal 04/01/2013 pg. 132
Horn Book Magazine 07/01/2013 pg. 104
SLJ's Best Books 12/01/2013 pg. 32
Hornbook Guide to Children 07/01/2013 pg. 10 - Outstanding, Noteworthy In Style

About the Author
Molly Idle began her career as an artist working for DreamWorks Feature Animation, and from there she leapt into the world of children's books. She is the author and illustrator of the Caldecott Honor-winning picture book Flora and the Flamingo, and all of the books about Flora and her fine feathered friends, as well as the dazzling mermaid tale, Pearl. She's also the creator of the Rex series which includes Tea Rex and Sea Rex, and the illustrator of People Don't Bite People. She lives in Tempe, Arizona.