Penny and Her Sled by Kevin Henkes
A gentle story of patience.-Horn Book (starred review) Caldecott Medal-winner Kevin Henkes's award-winning and bestselling mouse, Penny, stars in an irresistible story about anticipation, disappointment, and a brand-new sled.
“Through the earnest and oh-so-lovable Penny, Henkes speaks to children’s natural sensibilities and feelings. . A gentle story of patience . . . at its conclusion readers will be met with unexpected beauty.” — Horn Book (starred review) “Henkes has created yet another charming tale that's acutely in touch with a child's thinking and emotions . . . Another delightful addition to the Penny series.” — Kirkus Reviews “Five chapters with short sentences, word repetition, and sweet illustrations on every page will have new readers enthusiastic about . . . the life of the little mouse and her family.” — School Library Journal
Kevin Henkes has been praised both as a writer and as an illustrator and is the recipient of the Children’s Literature Legacy Award for his lasting contribution to literature for children. He received the Caldecott Medal for Kitten’s First Full Moon; Caldecott Honors for Waiting and Owen; two Newbery Honors—one for Olive’s Ocean and one for The Year of Billy Miller—and Geisel Honors for Waiting and Penny and Her Marble. His other books include The World and Everything In It, A House, A Parade of Elephants, Chrysanthemum, and the beloved Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse. Kevin Henkes lives with his family in Madison, Wisconsin. Kevin Henkes has been praised both as a writer and as an illustrator and is the recipient of the Children’s Literature Legacy Award for his lasting contribution to literature for children. He received the Caldecott Medal for Kitten’s First Full Moon; Caldecott Honors for Waiting and Owen; two Newbery Honors—one for Olive’s Ocean and one for The Year of Billy Miller—and Geisel Honors for Waiting and Penny and Her Marble. His other books include The World and Everything In It, A House, A Parade of Elephants, Chrysanthemum, and the beloved Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse. Kevin Henkes lives with his family in Madison, Wisconsin.
| SKU | Unavailable |
| ISBN 13 | 9780062934536 |
| ISBN 10 | 0062934538 |
| Title | Penny and Her Sled |
| Author | Kevin Henkes |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Hardback |
| Publisher | HarperCollins Publishers Inc |
| Year published | 2019-12-12 |
| Number of pages | 56 |
| Prizes | Winner of Amazon.com Editors’ Holiday Gift Pick (United States). |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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