(2013) by Molly Idle
This wordless picture book comes from Molly Idle, a former DreamWorks animator, which makes complete sense, as it plays out very much like a Pixar short.
Decked out in her bathing cap, pink swimsuit, and flippers, Flora begins to imitate an uninterested flamingo. The flamingo does its best to ignore and dissuade young Flora’s playful antics, until Flora takes a sudden spill. Flamingo takes pity and soon the fast friends indulge in a whimsical ballet together that ends with a splash.
This lift-the-flap picture book is pure fun and delight. Flora and the Flamingo is only the first of a series of Flora books. If you haven’t read Flora or other wordless picture books, I urge you to give them a try. Wordless picture books are wonderful for conversation, artistic observation, and individual interpretation.
Flora and the Flamingo received a well-deserved Caldecott Honor Medal in 2014.
Hope you enjoy this adorable peek into Flora’s world!
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