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Kevin Henkes Books - the sweetest mice characters
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items Kevin Henkes’ books are excellent for children because they gently explore many important parts of growing up. His stories help young readers understand feelings like friendship, courage, worry, and change in a simple, relatable way. They support chi...
Owen by Kevin Henkes is a picture book about a little mouse named Owen who loves his yellow blanket, Fuzzy. He takes it everywhere—inside, outside, to the dinner table, even the bathtub. With school starting soon, his parents worry he needs to give i...
Owen: A Caldecott Honor Award Winner|Hardcover
Chester’s Way by Kevin Henkes is about two best friends, Chester and Wilson, who do everything the same way. When a bold new girl named Lilly moves in, she shakes up their routine. It’s a fun story about friendship, accepting differences, and trying ...
Chester's Way|Paperback
Wemberly Worried by Kevin Henkes is about a little mouse named Wemberly who worries about everything, especially starting school. But when she meets a new friend who’s also nervous, she learns she doesn’t have to worry so much. It’s a gentle story ab...
Wemberly Worried|Paperback
Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse by Kevin Henkes is about an excited little mouse who loves her new purse and can’t wait to show it off at school. When she disrupts class, her teacher takes it away, and Lilly gets angry. She learns about patience, apolog...
Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse|Hardcover
Lilly’s Big Day by Kevin Henkes is about Lilly, who’s thrilled to be the flower girl at her teacher’s wedding. She dreams of being perfect, but things don’t go as planned. In the end, she helps another nervous flower girl and feels proud. It’s a swee...
Lilly's Big Day|Paperback
Chrysanthemum by Kevin Henkes is about a little mouse who loves her beautiful, unique name—until other kids tease her about it at school. With her parents’ support and a kind teacher, she learns to be proud of who she is. It’s a warm story about self...
Chrysanthemum|Paperback
Sheila Rae, the Brave by Kevin Henkes is about Sheila Rae, a fearless little mouse who isn’t afraid of anything—until she gets lost. Her shy sister Louise helps her find the way home. It’s a sweet story about courage, sibling support, and realizing e...
Sheila Rae, the Brave|Paperback
Weekend with Wendell by Kevin Henkes is about a little mouse named Wendell who loves having fun and going on adventures. When he spends the weekend with his friend, they discover new things together. It’s a joyful story about friendship and making th...
A Weekend with Wendell|Paperback
Julius, Baby of the World by Kevin Henkes is about a little mouse named Julius who feels special as the baby of his family. When his family gets a new baby, Julius worries about losing his special place. It’s a gentle story about love, change, and fi...
Julius, the Baby of the World|Paperback
Penny and Her Doll by Kevin Henkes is about a little mouse named Penny who loves her doll very much. When her doll goes missing, Penny feels sad but learns to find comfort in new ways. It’s a sweet story about love, loss, and growing up.
Penny and Her Doll|eBook
Penny and Her Marble by Kevin Henkes is about a little mouse named Penny who loves playing with her marbles. When she loses one special marble, she feels upset but learns to enjoy playing with friends. It’s a gentle story about sharing, patience, and...
Penny and Her Marble|BN Exclusive
Penny and Her Song by Kevin Henkes is about a little mouse named Penny who loves to sing. When she feels shy about singing in front of others, she learns to find her confidence and share her song. It’s a sweet story about self-expression and bravery.
Penny and Her Song|Hardcover
Penny and Her Sled by Kevin Henkes is about a little mouse named Penny who is excited to go sledding. When her sled breaks, she feels disappointed but finds new ways to have fun. It’s a gentle story about resilience, creativity, and enjoying the mome...
Penny and Her Sled: A Winter and Holiday Book for Kids|Hardcover