Book Review: Millie Fleur’s Poison Garden
Books that encourage individuality are some of the best picture books to gift to young readers. Scholastic released a new book about a young girl who expresses herself with a garden that’s different than most others. Read on for a review of the picture book Millie Fleur’s Poison Garden by Christy Mandin!
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Millie Fleur’s Poison Garden is a charming and whimsical tale that reminds readers of the beauty in embracing individuality. Millie, the story’s creative and determined protagonist, expresses herself by planting an unconventional flower garden filled with quirky plants like fanged fairy moss and sore toothwort. While her garden flourishes and brings her joy, it creates a stir in her picture-perfect town of Garden Glen, where the Rosebud Club—a group reminiscent of a strict homeowners’ association—demands she tear it down.
The story takes a fun turn when Millie’s classmates visit her garden and are inspired to grow their own imaginative plants. This leads to a heartwarming compromise: the town retains its neat and tidy homes but now features unique front gardens that reflect the creativity of each resident.
I loved how the Rosebud Club, with its formal letters and rigid rules, adds a touch of humor and realism to the story. The ending of the book that encourages individuality with the town’s orderly aesthetic feels both satisfying and uplifting. The illustrations in Millie Fleur’s Poison Garden use lots of dark greens and browns to bring the world og Garden Glen alive. Children will enjoy checking out some of the most unique plants in Millie’s garden with their silly names.
Millie Fleur’s Poison Garden is a sweet read that encourages readers to celebrate differences and shows how compromise can create something truly magical. It’s perfect for younger readers who enjoy stories about self-expression and bringing community together.
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