Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse by Kevin Henkes

    A review from Agate Books:

• "Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse" by Kevin Henkes is one of the best children's books of the 20th century. Lilly the mouse loves school and her teacher Mr. Slinger. But one day Lilly brings a brand new purple plastic purse to school and shows off the purse at an inappropriate time. When her teacher has to take the plastic purse away, Lilly becomes angry. At the end of the school day, Lilly gets her purse back along with a thoughtful note from her teacher. In the end, Lilly retains her good feelings for school life and her teacher. This picture book appeals to kindergartners and first graders. "Lilly's Purple Plastic Purse" is a good real-aloud book for both home and classroom. Apart from fun reading, the book can also be used to teach appropriate classroom behavior.

"I think Lilly is full of spirit.  I love the way she solves her problem, and I really enjoy the friendship she has with her teacher." ~ Mrs. Orlando

"It's amazing how one little mouse can be so much like real human kids! This story ought to start a good discussion in every first grade classroom." ~ Mr. Flaherty