Henry's Stars
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Picture Book · Ages 5–8 · 2015

Henry's Stars

Written & illustrated by David Elliot

Part of the Henry series

Henry sees a starry pig, but his friends see different constellations. Can they agree on what the stars reveal?

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On a starry night, Henry sees a constellation shaped like a pig. Excited, he shares his discovery with his farm friends, but they each see something different—a sheep, a cow, and hens. Frustrated, Henry wonders why they can't see his vision. This delightful tale explores how art and perception vary, inviting readers to find their own shapes in the stars. Will Henry and his friends find common ground, or will their imaginations lead them in different directions? Discover the magic of seeing the world through different eyes in this charming story.

From the publisher

The stars take shape in this adorable companion to Henry’s Map!

One beautiful evening on the farm, Henry stares up at the sky. As he looks from star to star, they seem to form a picture. He sees it! A great big starry pig! Henry can’t wait to show his friends. Yet instead of seeing the Great Pig’s ears, legs, and curly tail, the sheep see a woolly body . . . the Great Sheep! Abigail sees the Great Star Cow, of course, and the chickens spot Heavenly Hens flying all over the place. Henry is frustrated. Why don’t the others see what he sees?

In this charming companion to Henry’s Map, David Elliot explores—with gentle humor—the nature of art and perception. A perfect book for kids and adults who love to find shapes among the stars or anywhere else their imaginations may lead.

At a glance
Format
Hardcover
Pages
40
Reading age
5–8
Audience
Picture
Lexile
AD500L
Themes & topics
Books about starsBooks about artBooks about shapesBooks about farm animalsBooks about pigs
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Book details

Reading levels
ATOS
~3.3
F&P level
~N
Publication
Published
May 5, 2015
Edition
Language
English
Type
Picture Book
Identifiers
ISBN
9780399171161

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