Chester's Way by Kevin Henkes (English) Hardcover Book

Description: Chester's Way by Kevin Henkes Chester and Wilson share the same exact way of doing things, until Lilly moves into the neighborhood and shows them that new ways can be just as good. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description "I like croquet and peanut butter and making my bed." There is only one way for Chester to do things--his own way. "You definitely have a mind of your own," said Chesters mother. "Thats one way to put it," said Chesters father.Luckily Chesters best friend, Wilson, likes doing things just the same way as Chester. When they cut their sandwiches, its always diagonally. When they ride their bikes, they always use hand signals. If Chester is hungry, Wilson is too. Theyre two of a kind--until indomitable Lilly, who has her own way of doing things, moves into the neighborhood. Because Lilly has her own way of doing things!Written and illustrated by Kevin Henkes, the nationally bestselling and celebrated creator of Lillys Purple Plastic Purse, Kittens First Full Moon, and Chrysanthemum, Chesters Way is a classic picture book about friendship for kids ages 3-7. With sweet good humor and charming pictures, the books themes of making new friends, accepting others, and trying new things resonate when curled up with a parent or at story time. Back Cover There was only one way for Chester to do things - his own way. Wilson did things the same way; they were best friends. From double-knotting their shoes to cutting their sandwiches diagonally, Chester and Wilson were two of a kind. "They really are two peas in a pod," said Chesters mother. "Looks like it," said Chesters father. From morning to night - and in every way - they were inseparable. But then they met Lilly ... and extraordinary things happened to their friendship. Author Biography Kevin Henkes has been praised both as a writer and as an illustrator and is the recipient of the Childrens Literature Legacy Award for his lasting contribution to literature for children. He received the Caldecott Medal for Kittens First Full Moon; Caldecott Honors for Waiting and Owen; two Newbery Honors, one for Olives Ocean and one for The Year of Billy Miller; and Geisel Honors for Waiting and Penny and Her Marble. His other books include The World and Everything in It; A House; A Parade of Elephants; Chrysanthemum; and the beloved Lillys Purple Plastic Purse. Kevin Henkes lives with his family in Madison, Wisconsin.Kevin Henkes has been praised both as a writer and as an illustrator and is the recipient of the Childrens Literature Legacy Award for his lasting contribution to literature for children. He received the Caldecott Medal for Kittens First Full Moon; Caldecott Honors for Waiting and Owen; two Newbery Honors, one for Olives Ocean and one for The Year of Billy Miller; and Geisel Honors for Waiting and Penny and Her Marble. His other books include The World and Everything in It; A House; A Parade of Elephants; Chrysanthemum; and the beloved Lillys Purple Plastic Purse. Kevin Henkes lives with his family in Madison, Wisconsin. Review "Children will make Chesters Way their own." -- School Library Journal"The virtues of variety, experimentation, and friendship are deftly handled in the amusing, believable story." -- The Horn Book Review Quote "The virtues of variety, experimentation, and friendship are deftly handled in the amusing, believable story." Description for Library Chester and Wilson share the same exact way of doing things, until Lilly moves into the neighborhood and shows them that new ways can be just as good. Details ISBN0688076076 Author Kevin Henkes Pages 32 Language English Illustrator Kevin Henkes ISBN-10 0688076076 ISBN-13 9780688076078 Media Book Format Hardcover DEWEY E Year 1988 Publisher Greenwillow Books Residence Madison, WI, US Short Title CHESTERS WAY Audience Age 4-8 Imprint Greenwillow Books DOI 10.1604/9780688076078 Country of Publication United States AU Release Date 1988-08-15 NZ Release Date 1988-08-15 US Release Date 1988-08-15 UK Release Date 1988-08-15 Publication Date 1988-08-15 Audience Children / Juvenile Imprint US Greenwillow Books Publisher US HarperCollins Illustrations Illustrations We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:138850587;

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