New york times best illustrated childrens books of the year, 2004 winner white ravens award, 2005 winner summary. Through noticing key story elements, students will learn how to infer key details about the kittens character, making it easy. Published in 2004, the book tells the story of a kitten who thinks the moon is a bowl of milk. Kittens first full moon sequencing by fun with books tpt. But its a sure bet that henkes latest picture book, kittens first full moon, will be beloved by children and parents for a long, long time. Reading and answering questions about kittens first full moon 30 minutes refocus students whole group. Kittens first full moon our cover to cover book of the month for august is kittens first full moon by kevin henkes. Kitten goes on an epic adventure when she thinks her first full moon is a bowl of milk. Kitten is hungry, and inquisitive, and brave, and fast, and persistant, and unlucky. Kittens first full moon picture book read aloud with kevin. Kittens first full moon is a truly cute book that every child would definitely love for.
If you dont have paper that is large enough to copy the moon page, try reducing the image, but. Track meaning, structure, and visual accuracy using the first 100 words of the text to determine whether or not this book is a good fit for the readers in your classroom. Kitten s first full moon is a nice title to include in a kevin henkes author study or a caldecott study. In this beautiful picture book, winner of the 2005 caldecott medal, kevin henkes, captures the sweet, sometimes slapstick struggle of kitten, who sees her first full moon and thinks its a bowl of milk in the sky. Display kittens first full moon and read the title aloud. Published in 2004, the book tells the story of a kitten who thinks the. When kitten mistakes the full moon for a bowl of milk, she ends up tired, wet, and hungry trying to reach it. Mar 02, 2004 kevin henkes is the author and illustrator of many books for children of all agesamong them are lillys purple plastic purse, chrysanthemum, and wemberly worried. It is kittens first full moon, and when she sees it she thinks it is a bowl of milk in the sky. After mistaking the full moon for a bowl full of milk, kitten teaches readers about the merits of perseverance. Kittens first full moom is about a kitten who mistakes a full moon for a bowl of milk. Kitten is so hungry and the full moon looks like a bowl of delicious. The idea came from a line in another book by henkes, the cat thought the moon was a bowl. Use this done for you running record to assess oral reading fluency of kittens first full moon.
Books similar to kittens first full moon goodreads. Dec 07, 2020 kittens first full moon by kevin henkes, 2004, greenwillow books edition, in english 1st ed. Rendered in gray and black, the story follows a little kitten who sees a full moon for the first time. Kittens first full moon picture book read aloud with. Kittens first full moon is a childrens picture book written and illustrated by kevin henkes. The book is about a kitten who experiences the first full moon of her life. Kitten is hungry, and inquisitive, and brave, and fast, and persistent, and unluckythen lucky. May 16, 2004 but kittens first full moon shares the flavor of many childrens books from those faraway days. Read along with this caldecott medal winner to see if she gets the milk. Kittens first full moon homer is an early learning program for kids ages 28. Set of sequencing for the story1 easy version in order to color1 harder version s. Our cover to cover book of the month for august is kittens first full moon by kevin henkes.
When kitten spies her first full moon, she thinks, theres a little bowl of milk in the sky. Kittens first full moon written and illustrated by kevin henkes it is kittens first full moon, and when she sees it, she thinks it is a bowl of milk in the sky. Kevin henkes is an awardwinning author and illustrator of many books for children of all ages. It is kittens first full moon, and when she sees it, she thinks it is a bowl of milk in the sky. Kittens first full moon is a book written and illustrated by kevin henkes. Apr 02, 2021 kittens first full moon is an acclaimed modern classic, from one of the most celebrated and beloved picture book creators working in the field today. Kittens first full moon harpercollins harpercollins publishers. The title of this books is kittens first full moon.
It is kitten s first full moon, and when she sees it she thinks it is a bowl of milk in the sky. The nationally bestselling picture book about a kitten, the moon, and a bowl of milk, written by the celebrated author and illustrator kevin henkes, was. From one of the most celebrated and beloved picture book creators working in the field today comes a memorable new character and a suspenseful adventure just. From one of the most celebrated and beloved picture book creators working in the field today comes a memorable new character and a suspenseful adventure just right for the very youngest. Exemplar readaloud stories kittens first full moon henkes, kevin. Lets read about what happens to kitten as she chases after the moon. When kitten sees her first full moon overhead, shes sure its a bowl.
Come join kitten on a full moon adventure of ups and downs. Kittens first full moon by kevin henkes greenwillow booksharpercollinspublishers. The idea came from a line in another book by henkes, the cat thought the moon was a. The kitten is brave, inquisitive, fast, and persistent in trying to reach what it thinks is a bowl of milk. The setting of kittens first full moon is abstract and ill defined, and one might imagine her in any place or time, which lends itself well to being relatable and believable to young readers. And we are so pleased to read that it will continue beyond the summer. Mar 01, 2004 in a surprisingly new guise, henkes turns his hand for his 34th book to a retro look, with roughhewn, blackandwhite illustrations that pair perfectly with this deceptively simply story. Kittens first full moon was written and illustrated by kevin henkes. See more ideas about kittens first full moon, preschool activities, kittens.
Kittens first full moon, 2005 caldecott medal winner association. New york timesbestselling authorillustrator kevin henkes talks and draws cats while reading his caldecott medalwinning picture book, kittens first full m. Kittens first full moon by kevin henkes the best childrens books. Kittens first full moon read with me story time youtube. Henkes won the 2005 caldecott medal for his illustrations. The book was published by greenwillow books in 2004 and is a stated first edition with the requisite number line. It is an exlibrary copy and both the book and the dust jacket are in good condition with some library markings and some library wear. Kittens first full moon by kevin henkes scholastic.
Books similar to kittens first full moon kittens first full moon. Any child who has yearned for anything will understand how. Set up and prepare turn to the end papers in the front of the book. Follow kitten on her adventures as she tries so many different ways to reach the milk. The book is in black and white and typeset in sansserif. Kittens first full moon kevin henkes thank you for reading with me story time bunnies. Upon returning home, there is a bowl of milk waiting for the kitten. Kittens first full moon by kevin henkes come join kitten on a full moon adventure of ups and downs. Kittens first full moon home r is an early learning program for kids ages 28. This nationally bestselling picture book about a kitten, the moon, and a bowl of milk, written by the celebrated author and illustrator kevin henkes, was awarded. So she closed her eyes and stretched her neck and opened her mouth and licked. Kittens first full moon, by kevin henkes honey pot is 2 years and 3 months old we love participating in the virtual book club. Sep 15, 2015 kitten s first full moon is an acclaimed modern classic, from one of the most celebrated and beloved picture book creators working in the field today.
A brief text, large type, and luminescent pictures play second fiddle to the star of this classic picture book brave, sweet and lucky kitten. Kittens first full moon is a simple, sweet book that tells the story of a little kitten who, upon seeing her first full moon, thinks shes found a big bowl of milk, but try. Students enjoy following the story and joining in with poor kitten. Kittens first full moon is an acclaimed modern classic, from one of the most celebrated and beloved picture book creators working in the field today. This is prolific authorillustrator kevin henkes 34th book for children. Kittens first full moon legal free ebook downloads. This description may be from another edition of this product. Kittens first full moon book san bruno public library. Browse insidebuy the book kittens first full moon written and illustrated by kevin henkes it is kittens first full moon, and when she sees it, she thinks it is. This months featured author, kevin henkes, is my favorite so far. Kittens first full moonkevin henkesthank you for reading with me story time bunnies.
New york timesbestselling authorillustrator kevin henkes talks and draws cats while reading his caldecott medalwinning picture book. He was awarded the caldecott medal for kittens first full moon, a caldecott honor for owen, and a newbery honor for olives ocean. The nationally bestselling picture book about a kitten, the moon, and a bowl of milk, written by the celebrated author and illustrator kevin henkes, was awar. Kittens first full moon board book by kevin henkes. In addition, henkes uses the advantages of todays printing technology with care and a well. The nationally bestselling picture book about a kitten, the moon, and a bowl of milk, written by the celebrated author and illustrator kevin henkes, was awarded a caldecott medal. Greenwillow books a division of harper collins publishers genre. See more ideas about kittens first full moon, full moon, kittens. Apr 03, 2021 33 total resources 6 awards view text complexity discover like books meettheauthor movie. This is a story about kitten who sees her first full moon and thinks that it is a bowl of milk.
He received the caldecott medal for kittens first full moon. Kittens first full moon is a caldecott medal award winning book by kevin henkes and it is about a small kitten who tries to grab a bowl of milk in the sky the moon. This memorable character and her suspenseful adventure are just right for the very youngest child. When kitten sees her first full moon overhead, shes sure its a bowl of milk in the sky. By using a kitten as the protagonist, children can experience her disappointment and defeat without feeling like they could be part of the story. Kittens first full moon project gutenberg selfpublishing.
Henkes, kevin illustrator and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Kittens first full moon by kevin henkesthe nationally bestselling picture book about a kitten, the moon, and a bowl of milk, written by the celebrated author and illustrator kevin henkes, was awarded a caldecott medal. Remind students that in the previous lesson they listened to kittens first full moon and identified and described the character and setting in the story. It includes access to hundreds of interactive stories and a personalized learntoread plan.
However, the kitten quickly becomes very tired, wet, and hungry. When kitten wakes up to her first full moon, she thinks its a bowl of milk in the sky. For all the goodnight moon wannabes published each year, few come close to truly attaining the status of a classic. Kittens first full moon by kevin henkes, hardcover barnes. Kittens first full moon childrens audiobook by kevin. In the caldecott medalwinning kittens first full moon, kevin henkes introduces a wonderful new character, and. Any child who has yearned for anything will understand how much kitten wants that elusive bowl of milk. While outside kitten spots the moon in the sky and believes it to be a bowl of milk.
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