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. The contents are bright and clean, with illustrations. Students enjoy following the story and joining in with poor kitten. Id long wanted to do a book with limited or no color, and for the first time, id written a story that seemed just right for this approach. This is a basic recall question set with feeling and thinking questions based on the book kittens first full moon. Kittens first full moon abebooks passion for books. May 06, 2017 support the author by purchasing the book here. Kittens first full moon printables, classroom activities. But kitten s first full moon shares the flavor of many children s books from those faraway days. 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. Extension activities for kittens first full moon by kevin henkes. Read download kittens first full moon pdf pdf download.
Reading and answering questions about kittens first full moon 30 minutes refocus students whole group. A back toschool favorite from kevin henkes, the nationally bestselling and celebrated creator of lillys purple plastic purse, kittens first full moon, and chrysanthemum. Horizontal scenes of kitten s chase and vertical panels of the feline s climb up a tree to reach her prize make cinematic use. Luminous rain kevin macleod licensed under creative commons.
Kitten s first full moon by henkes, kevin and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Download the pdf click the image below to access a simple line drawing of the kitten in a tree based on the book, kittens first full moon by kevin henkes. Kittens first full moon by kevin henkes scholastic. Kitten sees her first full moon, but she thinks it s a bowl of milk and tries to get at it. Kitten s first full moon by kevin henkes was such an adorable book. May 16, 2004 kevin henkes is too young to have grown up with sleepy kitten. Follow kitten on her adventures as she tries so many different ways to reach the milk. Kittens first full moon is a caldecott medal award winning book by kevin. Kittens first full moon by kevin henkes was such an adorable book. When kitten wakes up to her first full moon, she thinks its a bowl of milk in the sky. Kevin henkes is the author and illustrator of many books for children of all ages, including lillys purple plastic purse, chrysanthemum, and wemberly worried. 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. Kittens first full moon audiobook listen instantly.
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Kittens first full moon was written and illustrated by kevin henkes. Kittens first full moon kevin reads his favorite book. 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. Kittens first full moon homer is an early learning program for kids ages 28.
He was awarded the caldecott medal for kittens first full moon, a caldecott honor for owen, and a newbery honor for olives ocean. Kittens first full moon board book by kevin henkes. Explore classroom activities, puzzles, teacher resources and enrichment pdfs for this book. Kittens first full moon picture book read aloud with. A brief text, large type, and luminescent pictures play second fiddle to the star of this classic picture bookbrave, sweet and lucky kitten. Draw the front paw, then draw the tree branch that the kitten is sitting on. When kitten wakes up to her first full moon, she thinks its a. New york timesbestselling authorillustrator kevin henkes talks and draws cats while reading his caldecott medalwinning picture book. Full moon when the moon is like a circle in the night sky it is called a full moon moon phases full moon, half moon, quarter moon, cats claw before reading the story. Remind students that in the previous lesson they listened to kitten s first full moon and identified and described the character and setting in the story. The 2005 caldecott medal winner is kitten s first full moon illustrated and written by kevin henkes greenwillow booksharpercollinspublishers henkes employs boldly outlined organic shapes and shades of black, white and gray with rose undertones on creamy paper to tell a simple story of a kitten who mistakes the moon for a bowl of milk.
Point to the letters in the title on the cover of the book, kittens first full moon. When kitten mistakes the full moon for a bowl of milk, she ends up tired, wet, and hungry trying to reach it, but her adventure eventually leads her back home where something special is waiting just for her. Kittens first full moon is a nice title to include in a kevin henkes author study or a caldecott study. By using a kitten as the protagonist, children can experience her disappointment and defeat without feeling like they could be part of the story. Lots of cause and effect in this fun story by kevin henkes inspired by kittens first full moon. I love reading caldecott awarded books because i always know i am going to be reading a great book. The book was published by greenwillow books in 2004 and is a stated first edition with the requisite number line.
In the caldecott medalwinning kittens first full moon, kevin henkes introduces a wonderful new character, and an adventure just right for the very youngest. We are offering kittens first full moon kevin henkes. 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. I worried that black and white would be boring for her, but the illustrations are so beautiful and full of contrast our entire family loves to read it and look at it, day after day.
Reading and answering questions about kitten s first full moon 30 minutes refocus students whole group. This sturdy board book edition is perfect for little hands kittens first full moon is an acclaimed modern classic, from one of the most celebrated and beloved picture book. Share this material embed this material in your blog or website. Kitten is hungry, and inquisitive, and brave, and fast, and persistent, and unluckythen lucky. 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.
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 reading and sharing at home and in the classroom. Kitten s first full moon board book kevin henkes s acclaimed national bestseller about a kitten, the moon, and a bowl of milk was awarded the caldecott medal and was a new york times best illustrated book. We are offering kitten s first full moon kevin henkes. 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. 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. Kitten s first full moon homer is an early learning program for kids ages 28. Kitten s first full moon is a children s picture book 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. This memorable character and her suspenseful adventure are just right for the very youngest child. I had the book kittens first full moon right beside me and now i see that is not even anywhere near me um im wondering if. Buy kittens first full moon by kevin henkes online at alibris.
Place the soapy end of the cotton swab back in the middle of the milk and hold it there for 10 to 15 seconds. After mistaking the full moon for a bowl full of milk, kitten teaches readers about the merits of perseverance. Kittens first full moon hardcover 2004 by kevin henkes. Display kittens first full moon and read the title aloud. Kittens first full moon picture book read aloud with kevin. All along i saw the book in my mind as a blackandwhite book.
A kitten sees her first full moon and mistakenly takes it for a delectable bowl of milk that she eagerly tries to reach out and taste. Draw a circle on your dry erase board and tell the children that you are thinking of something that is round like a circle and can sometimes be seen in the sky. Published in 2004, the book tells the story of a kitten who thinks the moon is a bowl of milk. I expanded upon it to write kittens first full moon. Little kitten sees her first full moon and thinks it is a bowl of milk in the sky. Childrens cat cats pets kittens first full moon kevin. Kittens first full moon board book board book the reading bug. But its a sure bet that henkes latest picture book, kittens first full moon, will be. Kittens first moon, by kevin henkes book play everyday. The book is in black and white and typeset in sansserif. Name the emotion the kitten portrays in each expression. Id long wanted to do a book with limited or no color, and for the first time, id written a story that seemed just. Buy a cheap copy of kittens first full moon book by kevin henkes.
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In kittens first full moon, we meet a loveable kitten who thinks the full moon she sees shining in the sky is actually a bowl of milk. It includes access to hundreds of interactive stories and a personalized learntoread plan. Kittens first full moon w music read aloud youtube. Kitten is hungry, and inquisitive, and brave, and fast, and persistant, and unlucky. You put your right foot out and then you bring it back. Deep space sparkle kittens first full moon art project. The nationally bestselling picture book about a kitten, the moon, and a bowl of milk, written by the celebrated author and illustrator kevin. Of course when santa got back to me and told me it was out of print the only thing i could do was to buy a pre loved one from the amazon market. Henkes won the 2005 caldecott medal for his illustrations. Upset, the little kitten goes back home, where there is a bowl of milk waiting for her.
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