Kevin henkes picture book, birds, is a great choice for story time with preschoolers. Lillys purple plastic purse lilly takes a new and prized possession to school, but looses it to the teacher when she does not follow his instructions. She loves school, she loves dressing up, she even grows to love her stinky baby brother, julius. Kevin henkes received two newbery honors for novels one for the year of billy miller. Mar 28, 2006 this is a great book for early elementary aged children. Lillys big day by kevin henkes, 97800623584, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. You will receive 7 days of standardsbased lesson plans along with printables to accompany each day. Lilly is one of several mice characters in a few of kevin henkes books. Lilly s big day save to list other books you might. Buy lilly s big day by kevin henkes illustrator online at alibris.
Lillys big day kevin henkes hardcover harpercollins publishers. The story is an easy read for budding readers and author and illustrator kevin henkes took no shortcuts with his beautiful illustrations. When you read these picture books i think youll understand why he tops my list of favorite authors for young children. Although henkes works fewer hours than he did before becoming a father, the books keep coming. Even lilly has some bad days, but when you have movie star sunglasses and a. Lilly is out and about and showing her purple plastic purse to classes and audiences everywhere. Slinger announces that he is getting married, lilly immediately imagines herself in the role of flower girl. Author interview kevin henkes, author of lillys purple.
In 1994 henkes was a runnerup for one of the premier american library association ala childrens book awards, the caldecott medal for owen, one of his mouse books. The distinct and wellknown illustration style of his mouse series is exemplified by his most popular picture book, chrysanthemum, which has sold more than a million copies and was named notable book for children by the american library association. Librarything is a cataloging and social networking site for booklovers. Sheila rae the brave by kevin henkes gets free book.
Kevin henkes books teacher wedding archive books wedding week wedding ideas wedding fun wedding bells early readers starting school. Kevin henkes detailed and expressive watercolorandink illustrations add an extra layer to the story. Lilly manages to rise to the occasion as only lilly can, turning heartbreak into wedding cake and disappointment into friendship. Lilly s big day 9780060742362 by henkes, kevin and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices.
Lillys big day is geared to the 48 reader level but its also a good book to sit and enjoy with younger children. When her teacher announces that he is getting married, lilly the mouse sets her heart on being the flower girl at. Kevin henkes born november 27, 1960 is an american writer and illustrator of childrens books. Kevin henkes is the author and illustrator of beloved childrens books for kids of all ages. Kevin henkes is an awardwinning author and illustrator of many books for children of all ages. Now these two hardcover books are available in a box full of lilly. Lilly is horribly disappointed, and has to settle for being the assistant to the niece, but comes to the rescue when the actual flower girl panics on the big day. More than 50 books followed, including chrysanthemum and lilly s purple plastic purse. Kevin henkes books, ebooks, audiobooks, biography barnes. Lillys big day kevin henkes hardcover kevin henkes. Books go search best sellers gift ideas new releases.
This book study accompanies lilly s big day by the amazing kevin henkes. Parents will chuckle when they see lilly s exhausted parents, morning coffee in hand, listening patiently as lilly lectures them on her wedding responsibilities. Slinger, announces hes going to marry the school nurse, lillynaturallyassumes she will be the flower girl. Lilys big day picture book lilys big day by kevin henkes is the perfect book for any teacher getting married, particularly for a teacher in a younger grade. Lillys big day by kevin henkes illustrator alibris. Created by cooperative childrens book center ccbc univ. Lilly, a young mouse, is excited when her teacher, mr. Kevin henkes lives with his family in madison, wisconsin. Parents will chuckle when they see lillys exhausted parents, morning coffee in hand, listening patiently as lilly lectures them on her wedding responsibilities. May 22, 2014 this is a great book for early elementary aged children. Kevin henkes books list of books by author kevin henkes. Lilly has starred in two picture books with her name in the title. Lilly is confident, bold, independent, unique, fearless, and positive in the face of adversity.
Lillys big day kevin henkes paperback harpercollins publishers. I would recommend this book to children ages four and up since there is nothing inappropriate in this book, unless parents think that lillys bratty behavior. The wearer of the lilly costume should be 5 2 to 5 8 and weigh between 120 and 160 lbs. Two of his books were newbery medal honor books, olives ocean in 2004 and the year of billy miller in 2014. Our booksource team is working remotely and available to answer questions, create price quotes and place. Overall, lillys big day is a truly fantastic book in kevin henkes famous mouse series and i hope to read more from kevin henkes mouse series in the near future. Last day of kevin henkes author study lillys big day. Kevin henkes audio books, best sellers, author bio.
Lillys big day by kevin henkes, kevin henkes kirkus. What is the single most thrilling thing that could happen to lilly in her whole entire life. Slinger, is getting married, and lilly is going to be his flower girl. Lilly, henkess peerless princess of mouse perfection, is absolutely certain that. With the release of that book in 1996, henkes gave the world of childrens literature a memorable new addition to its roster of cherished characters. But whats the biggest,the best,the most perfect thing of all. Lillys big day by kevin henkes is a picture book intended for readers in preschool through grade three. Lillys big day paperback 22 may 2014 by kevin henkes author visit amazons kevin henkes page. A weekend with wendell 1986, sheila rae, the brave 1987, chesters way 1988. But lilly wasnt called the scarlett ohara of the elementary school set without reason. Lillys big day 9780060742362 by henkes, kevin and a great selection of similar new, used and collectible books available now at great prices. Lilly, the star of the lilly book series by authorillustrator kevin henkes has been charming readers of every age. Lillys big day paperback april 22, 2014 by kevin henkes author, illustrator visit amazons kevin henkes page.
See all 11 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Lillys big day by kevin henkes 2014, paperback for sale. Even lilly has some bad days, but when you have movie star sunglasses and a purple plastic purse, how bad can it be. Julius, the baby of the world 1990, chrysanthemum 1991, owen 1993, lillys purple plastic purse 1996, wemberly worried 2000, and lillys big day 2006, all greenwillow. Wed love you to buy this book, and hope you find this page convenient in locating a place of purchase. With the introduction of lilly, another star was born. I teach 2nd grade, and for the book character parade at my school this year, i really wanted to be lily. May 22, 2014 lilly s big day by kevin henkes, 97800623584, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. When her teacher announces that he is getting married, lilly the mouse sets her heart on being the flower girl at his wedding. This book study accompanies lillys big day by the amazing kevin henkes. Henkes himself was firmly established as an outstanding and inimitable contributor to the.
Lillys wants to be a flower girl at her teachers wedding. Discover book depositorys huge selection of kevin henkes books online. Browse insidebuy the book lilly s big day written and illustrated by kevin henkes mr. We use cookies to give you the best possible experience.
Oct 16, 2011 here are some of my favorite kevin henkes books. Lilly s big day is geared to the 48 reader level but its also a good book to sit and enjoy with younger children. I hope youve enjoyed our author study on kevin henkes. I love kevin henkes, and have a majority of his books. Birds by kevin henkes age 2 and up hardcover there are many familiar images in this award winning book that toddlers will understand.
This is a great book for early elementary aged children. Browse insidebuy the book lillys big day written and illustrated by kevin henkes mr. Even more than a surgeon or a diva or a hairdresser. Lilly s big day and other stories henkes, kevin, thomas, richard, ebersole, christine on. Birds and colorful illustrations, i think i would like this book. This awardwinning and beautifully illustrated picture book about. I would recommend this book to children ages four and up since there is nothing inappropriate in this book, unless parents think that lillys bratty behavior might be a bit troublesome for smaller children. His other books include egg, old bear, a good day, chrysanthemum, and the beloved lillys purple plastic purse. As an illustrator he won the caldecott medal for kittens first full moon 2004. His picture book waiting was named both a 2016 caldecott honor book and a geisel honor book. Last day of kevin henkes author study lilly s big day katie sconyers.