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Kat Chen
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Connection to Illinois: Biography: Kat Chen is the author of several bestselling contemporary and historical romance books. She also serves on the advisory board for Books for Newborns. After becoming a grandmother and spending most of her free time helping with “the fun stuff”—conversations, crayons, and crawling—she was inspired to delve into children’s books and help kids master the art of simple conversation through shared play.
Awards:
- Play with Me Starred Review - School Library Journal; Gold Literary Titan Award Winner; Story Monsters Approved Board Book Winner; Gold Mom's Choice Award Winner
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/katchenbooks/
Web: https://kat-chen.com
WorldCat: http://www.worldcat.org/search?q=Kat++Chen
Selected Titles
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Play Games with Me ISBN: 0593659759 OCLC: 1455533241 Rise x Penguin Workshop 2024 Play a bunch of different games in this playdate-in-a-book with small learnings and tender moments. This board book series invites young readers to take part in a playdate of their choice, thereby empowering them with autonomy and validation. In this third book, the indoor playdate models balanced and shared play, creating a positive experience that will provide readers with a reference for what caring and considered friendship looks like. Many toddlers and preschoolers consistently ask for someone to play with them, and this book provides just that for the quieter moments of the day. Simple language and gentle questions will help children develop their social skills by practicing conversations, all while engaging them in fun and familiar activities. |
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Play Outside with Me ISBN: 0593659732 OCLC: 1428903716 Rise x Penguin Workshop 2024 This board book series invites young readers to take part in a playdate activity of their choice, thereby empowering them with autonomy and validation. In this second book, the outdoor playdate models balanced and shared play, creating a positive reference for what caring and considered friendship looks like. Many toddlers and preschoolers consistently ask for someone to play with them, and this book provides just that for the quieter moments of the day. Simple language and gentle questions will help children develop their social skills by practicing conversations, all while engaging them in fun and familiar topics. |
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Play with Me ISBN: 0593659716 OCLC: 1419031117 Rise x Penguin Workshop 2024 Take part in a picnic playdate with this collaborative board book of small learnings and tender moments. This board book series invites young readers to take part in a playdate activity of their choice, thereby empowering them with autonomy and validation. The picnic playdate models balanced and shared play, creating a positive experience that will provide readers with a reference for what caring and considered friendship looks like. Many toddlers and preschoolers consistently ask for someone to play with them, and this book provides just that for the quieter moments of the day. Simple language and gentle questions will help children develop their social skills by practicing conversations, all while engaging them in fun and familiar topics. |