Some flowers are planted and trimmed. Others are carried by the wind and grow wherever they
land.
When a dandelion is called a weed, it begins to wonder if it truly belongs in Mr. Higgin's yard. With
the help of its friend the violet - and a secret only wildflowers understand - it discovers something
powerful about blooming, belonging, overcoming bullying, and knowing exactly who you are.
The Wildflower's Secret is a tender, poetic picture book about identity, resilience, and growing in
your own way. Part of the Learning To Be Me collection by Barbara Young, this book is a perfect
companion for any child who has ever felt like they didn't quite fit in, gently teaching them the beauty
of their own unique journey.
Perfect for:
- Discussions on belonging, identity, and resilience
- Nature-themed classroom and library programs
- Anti-bullying and inclusion curriculum
- Children who feel different or out of place
Core Themes: Identity, resilience, belonging, nature, blooming in your own way
Target Age: 4-8 years Pre-K through Grade 3
Key Characters: A dandelion called a weed + its friend the violet
Secret: The secret only wildflowers understand: is the power of blooming exactly
who you are.
Format Case laminate hardcover 8.5×8.5 32-36 pages
Case laminate hardcover 8.5 x 8.5 32-36 pages Full-color illustrations
By Barbara Young BYoung Books www.BYoungBooks.com
Barbara Young is a children's book author, registered nurse, and lifelong advocate for the whole child.Through BYoung Books and her Learning To Be Me collection, Barbara creates picture books that nurture imagination, emotional intelligence, and the quiet belief that every child carries something extraordinary inside them. Her books explore themes of well-being, empowerment, inspiration, mindfulness, nature, and the courage to bloom into who you are. Drawing on her background in healthcare and her deep love of storytelling, Barbara writes books that feel like warm conversations - gently reminding young readers that they are seen, valued, and full of possibility.Barbara is the author of The Dream Inside of Me, Ways To Be, and The Wildflower's Secret - the first three books in the Learning To Be Me collection.Visit her at www.BYoungBooks.com