Napoleon

by Kim Kennedy

Called an "amusing and arresting debut" by Publishers Weekly, this crisp book with minimal text is perfect for ages 4-6. Napoleon the dog amuses himself on a rainy day by spending time in the attic catching raindrops in tin cups, rummaging through his treasure box, reading old newspapers, and decorating an old coat with ornaments.

32 pages, Hardcover

First published September 1, 1995

About the author

I was born in Northeast Louisiana, where I was raised on the bayou with my four brothers and neighborhood friends. We spent most of our time playing, fishing, and exploring the wonderland of Cypress trees and Spanish moss. Something about the scenery ignited our imaginations. We built cardboard forts along the shadowy bank. We cruised the waters in a "pirate ship" (a leaky Jon boat). And we told stories, lots of stories, until our parents came looking for us...or the alligators came out! And that is where my love of storytelling all began.