Jim Henson: The Guy Who Played with Puppets
School year: Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4, Year 5
No. of pages 40
Published: 2011
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"Jim Henson: The Guy Who Played with Puppets" by Kathleen Krull introduces readers to the imaginative world of Jim Henson, the beloved creator of the Muppets. The book chronicles Henson’s journey from a young boy captivated by puppetry to a groundbreaking entertainer who brought joy to millions. It highlights his innovative spirit, artistic vision, and commitment to creativity, showcasing how he transformed puppets into memorable characters with unique personalities. Through engaging illustrations and storytelling, the biography captures Henson's legacy, his passion for storytelling, and his impact on television and film, inspiring young readers to explore their own creativity. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].
This book is the winner of numerous awards
This book is aimed at children at US kindergarten-4th grade.
This book has been graded for interest at 5-9 years.
There are 40 pages in this book. This book was published in 2011 by Random House USA Inc .
STEVE JOHNSON and LOU FANCHER have collaborated on over 45 picture books. Their work has received rave reviews and won awards, including My Many Colored Days , I Walk at Night , and New York's Bravest . Visit them online at www. johnsonandfancher. com. Kathleen Krull, the noted social historian, lives in San Diego, California. Boris Kulikov, the illustrator of the series, lives in New York City.
This book has been nominated for the following award:
Pennsylvania Young Reader's Choice Award - Grades K-3
This book was recognised in the Grades K-3 category by the Pennsylvania Young Reader's Choice Award.