Kevin Henkes

About Kevin Henkes

Birth Day: November 27, 1960
Birth Place: Racine, WI

Kevin Henkes

Kevin Henkes was born on November 27, 1960 in Racine, WI. Children's author who wrote and illustrated the Newbery Medal-finalist book, Olive's Ocean. He also received the prestigious Caldecott Medal for his 2004 work, Kitten's First Full Moon.
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Popular As Kevin Henkes
Occupation Children's Author
Age 63 years old
Zodiac Sign Sagittarius
Born November 27, 1960 (Racine, WI)
Birthday November 27
Town/City Racine, WI
Nationality WI

๐ŸŒ™ Zodiac

Kevin Henkesโ€™s zodiac sign is Sagittarius. According to astrologers, Sagittarius is curious and energetic, it is one of the biggest travelers among all zodiac signs. Their open mind and philosophical view motivates them to wander around the world in search of the meaning of life. Sagittarius is extrovert, optimistic and enthusiastic, and likes changes. Sagittarius-born are able to transform their thoughts into concrete actions and they will do anything to achieve their goals.

๐ŸŒ™ Chinese Zodiac Signs

Kevin Henkes was born in the Year of the Rat. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Rat are quick-witted, clever, charming, sharp and funny. They have excellent taste, are a good friend and are generous and loyal to others considered part of its pack. Motivated by money, can be greedy, is ever curious, seeks knowledge and welcomes challenges. Compatible with Dragon or Monkey.

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About

Children's author who wrote and illustrated the Newbery Medal-finalist book, Olive's Ocean. He also received the prestigious Caldecott Medal for his 2004 work, Kitten's First Full Moon.

Before Fame

He wrote his first children's book, All Alone, at the age of twenty-one. In the next three decades, he wrote more than thirty other popular children's titles, including Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse and Chrysanthemum.

Trivia

He graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison.

Family Life

He grew up in Wisconsin with four siblings. He and his Artist wife, Laura Dronzek, later became parents to two children (Ruby and Max).

Associated With

He and Louis Sachar were both nominated for the prestigious Newbery Medal.

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