Kittens first full moon is his thirtyfourth book for children. The 2005 caldecott medal winner is kittens 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. The book is in black and white and typeset in sansserif. From a highlyrespected picture book authorillustrator comes a lyrical evocation of philippe petit s 1974 tightrope walk between the world trade center towers. Kittens first full moon kevin henkes activities moon. The nationally bestselling picture book about a kitten. I believe this technique was very effective for this story since the setting is at nighttime. Scholastics kittens first full moon espanol youtube. Henkes won the 2005 caldecott medal for his illustrations. If you dont have paper that is large enough to copy the moon page, try reducing the image, but. Kitten ventures out for the first time and spends the night having an adventure. Kittens first full moon is a nice title to include in a kevin henkes author study or a caldecott study.
The moon, the flowers, the fireflies lights and the kitten s eyes create a comforting circle motif. Copy as an entire packet, or copy pages individually. Analysis of kittens first full moon great big eyes show the misery on her face. It is kitten s first full moon, and when she sees it she thinks it is a bowl of milk in the sky. The coarse but masterfully controlled line with heavy black outlines contains vigor and exuberance, creating a spontaneous feeling. This memorable character and her suspenseful adventure are just right for the very youngest child. Kevin henkes is the author and illustrator of many books for children of all agesamong them are lillys purple plastic purse, chrysanthemum, and wemberly worried. I love reading caldecott awarded books because i always know i am going to be reading a great book. Mar 02, 2004 kevin henkes is the author and illustrator of many books for children of all agesamong them are lillys purple plastic purse, chrysanthemum, and wemberly worried. Kittens first full moon was about a kitten who thought the full moon was a bowl of milk and was doing everything in. Have you ever read kittens first full moon by kevin henkes. Yet when she closes her eyes and stretches her neck to lick the milk, kitten.
And we are so pleased to read that it will continue beyond the summer. He was awarded the caldecott medal for kittens first full moon, a caldecott honor for owen, and a. When i met the moon book reading for children read aloud video duration. Kitten ventures out for the first time and spends the night having an adventure as he tries to get to that big bowl of milk in the sky. If so, kittens first full moon is the perfect book for you. Its such a sweet simple story about a kittens attempt to get that giant bowl of milk in the sky. 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. He has delighted us with many volumes of his humanoid mice tales and immersed us in splendid characters and plots in his novels for young people. This months featured author, kevin henkes, is my favorite so far. In the caldecott medalwinning kittens first full moon, kevin henkes introduces a wonderful new character, and. When kitten sees her first full moon overhead, shes sure its a bowl. Extension activities for kittens first full moon by kevin henkes. New york timesbestselling authorillustrator kevin henkes talks and draws cats while reading his caldecott medalwinning picture book.
In the caldecott medalwinning kittens first full moon, kevin henkes introduces a wonderful new character, and an adventure just right for the very youngest. Booksource is the premier trade book distributor to k12 school classrooms across the country. Kittens first full moon picture book read aloud with kevin. Detailed, stepbystep instructions are included with photos to help you and your students put together this writing craftivity. Retell activity for kittens first full moon by kevin henkes. Kitten s first full moon is a nice title to include in a kevin henkes author study or a caldecott study. The trees stand still as statues and the world is silent as a dream. At 8 months old my daughter s three most favorite things were kitty, milky and the moon so this book was an instant hit. Encourage children to make a sheet full of circular patterns. Kevin henkes is an incredibly versatile creator of children s books. When kitten sees her first full moon overhead, shes sure its a bowl of milk in the sky. This video includes text, narration, and images for the book kittens first full moon by kevin henkes. When kitten mistakes the full moon for a bowl of milk, she ends up tired, wet, and hungry trying to reach it.
Kitten s first full moon by kevin henkes 2005 caldecott medal kids wings award. Then the excitement in the kitten is seen by placing the bowl of milk first, then the words, then the kittens face. It is kittens first full moon, and when she sees it she thinks it is a bowl of milk in the sky. When she saw it, she thought, theres a little bowl of milk in the sky. Kittens first full moon writing craftivity by caitlin o. Kittens first full moon by kevin henkes, hardcover barnes. Everything you need for a literature study on kitten s first full moon by kevin henkes. The story is part of the suggested reading material listed on the website for grades k1. In black and white with muted grays, the pictures are reminiscent of a classic 1940s film.
Kitten s first full moon is a children s picture book written and illustrated by kevin henkes. 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. 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. This is a funny and beautifully illustrated book about a kitten who saw the full moon and thought it was a bowl of milk.
Everything you need for a literature study on kittens first full moon by kevin henkes. The artwork in kittens first full moon is all in black and white with pencils. Kittens first full moon by kevin henkes librarything. Kittens first full moon extension activity the bookpagez extension activities are a great way to push student engagement beyond the pages of the text. If you dont have paper that is large enough to copy the moon page, try reducing the image, but not too much. Track meaning, structure, and visual accuracy using the first 100 words of the text to determine whether or not this book is a good fit for the readers in your classroom. So she closed her eyes and stretched her neck and opened her mouth and licked. This children s picture book is about a little kitten that sees its first full moon. His novels include the newbery honor book olives ocean, and the birthday room, protecting ma rie and words of stone. Kittensfirstfullmoon by kevin henkes 2005 caldecott medal kids wings award. Explore classroom activities, puzzles, teacher resources and enrichment pdfs for this book. Still, there was the little bowl of milk, just waiting. Use this done for you running record to assess oral reading fluency of kitten s first full moon.
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. See more ideas about kittens first full moon, full moon and kittens. Kitten s first full moon by henkes, kevin and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Kids wings activities for kittens first full moon by kevin.
In this black and white picture book, henkes writes about a kitten who thinks the full moon is a bowl of milk. Kevin henkes is an incredibly versatile creator of childrens books. A brief text, large type, and luminescent pictures play second fiddle to the star of this classic picture bookbrave, sweet and. Kittens first full moon printables, classroom activities.
Kitten page 1middle page for coloring and retelling the story. Use this done for you running record to assess oral reading fluency of kittens first full moon. A brief text, large type, and luminescent pictures play second fiddle to the star of this classic picture book brave, sweet and lucky kitten. He was awarded the caldecott medal for kittens first full moon, a caldecott honor for owen, and a newbery honor for olives ocean. A keen sense of design uses double spreads and panels to depict the action and kittens puzzlement. Kitten s first full moon by kevin henkes was such an adorable book. The cat ran up a tree through the grass, by the pond to try to get to the milk. Kittens first full moon is a childrens picture book written and illustrated by kevin henkes. This assessment module is a performance activity to assess how well students can examine complex text and then demonstrate their understanding through writing. Inspire a love of reading with prime book box for kids discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books every 1. Kittens first full moon board book kevin henkes board book. 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. Little kitten sees her first full moon and thinks it is a bowl of milk in the sky. Extension activities for kittens first full moon by kevin.
Late one winter night a little girl and her father go owling. Kevin henkes is the author and illustrator of many books for children of all ages, including lillys purple plastic purse, chrysanthemum, and wemberly worried. This writing craftivity is a fun, simple activity to supplement the book kittens first full moon by kevin henkes. Kitten s first full moon is an acclaimed modern classic, from one of the most celebrated and beloved picture book creators working in the field today. Oct 01, 2012 retell activity for kitten s first full moon by kevin henkes. I am pretty sure that children have wanted something so bad that they keep trying even though they never get it.
Try using this activity with early finishers, with students who show a deeper connection with the text, or as a center activity. When kitten spies her first full moon, she thinks, there s a little bowl of milk in the sky. Kittens first full moon audiobook listen instantly. 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. Kittens first full moon by kevin henkes was such an adorable book.
It is kittens first full moon, and when she sees it, she thinks it is a bowl of milk in the sky. His latest picture book is kittens first full moon. Kittens first full moon by kevin henkesbook craftkittens first full moon is a childrens picture book written and illustrated by kevin henkes. From a highlyrespected picture book authorillustrator comes a lyrical evocation of philippe petits 1974 tightrope walk between the world trade center towers. Before andor after reading, a teacher could talk about what a. The last time this particular henkes title made the list i remember writing something along the lines of the man has consistently produced good book after good book, but the problem is that people dont always agree on his best. 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. At 8 months old my daughters three most favorite things were kitty, milky and the moon so this book was an instant hit. See more in this special reissue of newbery honor book ramona quimby, age the timeless classic now features a special foreword written by actress, producer, and a. Students enjoy following the story and joining in with poor kitten. Dec 19, 2017 scholastic s classic story, kitten s first full moon, narrated in spanish. Among his picture books are owen, a 1994 caldecott honor book. This is prolific authorillustrator kevin henkes 34th book for children. As you can imagine, the kitten encounters some difficulties in this task.
Kitten s first full moon was about a kitten who thought the full moon was a bowl of milk and was doing everything in its power to get to the moon. Kittens first full moon by henkes, kevin and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. A brief text, large type, and luminescent pictures play second fiddle to the star of this classic picture book. And at the end of the book, the kitten looks so warm and.
Our cover to cover book of the month for august is kittens first full moon by kevin henkes. A brief text, large type, and luminescent pictures play second fiddle to the star of this classic picture bookbrave, sweet and lucky kitten. Scholastics classic story, kittens first full moon, narrated in spanish. Kittens first full moon by kevin henkes scholastic. Without the pictures the walk home would not have been so long or sad. Published in 2004, the book tells the story of a kitten who thinks the moon is a bowl of milk. The kitten believes the moon is a bowl of milk and will go to great lengths to get the milk. The kitten tries several times to get the milk full moon but is not successful and gets hungry and wet in the process. Kittens first full moon by kevin henkes carol hurst. Kitten is hungry, and inquisitive, and brave, and fast, and persistant, and unlucky.
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