Three Little Kittens

Illustrated by Jerry Pinkney
$18.99 US
Penguin Young Readers | Dial Books
24 per carton
On sale Sep 30, 2010 | 978-0-8037-3533-0
Age 3-5 years
Reading Level: Lexile 380L
Sales rights: US, Canada, Open Mkt
Young children all know the Mother Goose rhyme of the kittens who have lost their mittens, but they've never seen it illustrated with so much energy, beauty, and flair. Preschoolers will delight in these cuddly kittens as they frolic outside in the falling leaves, get their whiskers sticky while eating a just-baked apple pie, and do the washing-up under Mama Cat's watchful gaze.

Caldecott Medal-winning, New York Times bestselling author/artist Jerry Pinkney brings a gloriously vivid palette, delightful details and tremendous warmth to his version of this favorite nursery rhyme.

“Throughout, the sense of play is fun and contagious.” — Booklist

“An appealing update of a perennial favorite.” — Kirkus

“Pinkney offers another masterful visual interpretation of a classic narrative.” — Publishers Weekly

“This is another superb entry in the artist’s catalog of classics for a new generation.” — School Library Journal

“This familiar tale comes to life with vibrant illustrations that are full of action and warmth.” — Deseret News

“Another winner from a most talented book creator.” — The Plain Dealer

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Young children all know the Mother Goose rhyme of the kittens who have lost their mittens, but they've never seen it illustrated with so much energy, beauty, and flair. Preschoolers will delight in these cuddly kittens as they frolic outside in the falling leaves, get their whiskers sticky while eating a just-baked apple pie, and do the washing-up under Mama Cat's watchful gaze.

Caldecott Medal-winning, New York Times bestselling author/artist Jerry Pinkney brings a gloriously vivid palette, delightful details and tremendous warmth to his version of this favorite nursery rhyme.

Praise

“Throughout, the sense of play is fun and contagious.” — Booklist

“An appealing update of a perennial favorite.” — Kirkus

“Pinkney offers another masterful visual interpretation of a classic narrative.” — Publishers Weekly

“This is another superb entry in the artist’s catalog of classics for a new generation.” — School Library Journal

“This familiar tale comes to life with vibrant illustrations that are full of action and warmth.” — Deseret News

“Another winner from a most talented book creator.” — The Plain Dealer

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Watch a video