With gentle words and illustrations tailored for young readers, A Poppy Is to Remember teaches children how the bright red poppy became a symbol of honoring those who fought for freedom. The simple text is paired with captivating artwork by award-winning illustrator Ron Lightburn. It also features the well-known poem, “In Flanders Fields,” and provides insights into the history and symbolism of the poppy and Remembrance Day, offering parents a valuable resource to explain the importance of past and present wars and Canada’s peacekeeping efforts.