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Kevin Henkes

Kevin Henkes

Americanb. November 27, 1960Children's Literature

Kevin Henkes is an American author and illustrator known for his beloved mouse characters. Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse and Chrysanthemum have become classics of picture book literature.

Works

  • Lilly's Purple Plastic PurseMouse teacher learns when student angers over confiscated beloved possessions→
  • ChrysanthemumMouse child suffers bullying due to her unusual flower name at school→
  • Julius, the Baby of the WorldMouse sibling jealously clashes when baby Julius is born into the family→
  • OwenYoung mouse attached to his childhood blanket navigates growing up and changes→
  • Wemberly WorriedAnxious mouse child worries constantly until she makes a new friend→

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Rosemary Wells·Arnold Lobel·Mo Willems
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