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Book: Kitten's First Full Moon

By Kevin Henkes

Kids will connect with Kitten and her dilemma.

Review date: 5/8/2004

Age 3+

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Book: Old Bear

By Kevin Henkes

Gentle tale of one bear's hopeful, playful dreams.

Review date: 9/17/2008

Age 3+

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Book: Chrysanthemum

By Kevin Henkes

Cute story about the perils of an unusual name.

Review date: 10/20/2003

Age 4+

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Book: Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse

By Kevin Henkes

Lilly gets a lesson in patience.

Review date: 8/18/2003

Age 4+

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Book: Lilly's Big Day

By Kevin Henkes

Fun, warm book about would-be flower girl.

Review date: 5/15/2006

Age 4+

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Book: Owen

By Kevin Henkes

A perfect blend of story, writing, and art.

Review date: 9/2/2003

Age 4+

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Book: Julius, Baby of the World

By Kevin Henkes

Kids with siblings will enjoy Lilly's escapades.

Review date: 10/20/2003

Age 4+

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Book: Sheila Rae, the Brave

By Kevin Henkes

Kids will enjoy humorous story and clever ending.

Review date: 9/16/2003

Age 4+

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Book: Sun & Spoon

By Kevin Henkes

Boy seeks something to remember his grandmother.

Review date: 11/15/2004

Age 8+

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Book: Olive's Ocean

By Kevin Henkes

Gentle, moving coming-of-age story.

Review date: 11/3/2003

Age 12+

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