Kevin Henkes became an author-illustrator when he was nineteen years old, working at a card table in his bedroom. Today he is the creator of more than a dozen children’s books, a New York Times best selling author, and a winner of the Caledcott Award for children’s picture books AND the Newberry Honor Award for children’s fiction. On Thursday in the library, Kindergarten students were introduced to just a few of Henkes’ magical stories: Julius, the Baby of the World, Old Bear, Owen, Sheila Rae the Brave and Kitten’s First Full Moon. With a wit and realism that is appealing to students of all ages, Kevin Henkes’ books and illustrations are a joy to read. We concluded with book browsing and checkout. Happy Reading!
