Frida Kahlo’s Flower Crown by Nydia Armendia-Sanchez, illustrated by Loris Lora (9781949480351)

Taking a child-friendly look at the amazing Frida Kahlo’s childhood, this book ties her growing up to the nature and flowers that surrounded her. From the orange tree near her home to recovering from polio by spending time outdoors, Frida was connected to growing things. After a near-fatal accident, art becomes a way for Frida to spend her days in bed, painting to reconnect to the soil beneath her. As an adult, she created a lush native garden and began to wear her signature flower crown.

Told in simple phrases, this picture book biography can be shared successfully as a read aloud. The illustrations by Pura Belpre Honoree Lora burst from the pages with flowers and colors. 

Appropriate for ages 5-9.

Reviewed from e-galley provided by Abrams Books.