Kevin Henkes

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Kevin Henkes

• 2005 Caldecott Medal Winner For
• Kittens First Full Moon

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Personal

• Born in Racine, Wisconsin
• Remembers drawing pictures at an early age
• Was always encouraged by his parents and teachers
• Published first book, All Alone, in 1981

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Famous Books

• Kittens First Full Moon (2004)
• 2005 Caldecott Medal

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Famous Books

• Lillys Purple Plastic Purse (1996)
• 1996 American Library Association (ALA) Notable
  Book
• School Library Journal Best Book of the Year

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Famous Books

• Wemberly Worried
• 2000 Publishers Weekly Best Books
• National Association of Parenting Publication
  Gold Award

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Official Kevin Henkes Website

• http//www.kevinhenkes.com/