There are many clever picture books being released, but I don’t want you to miss the cleverest:
This non-fiction story looks at a horse who made scientific history. It’s a fun ride for all ages (just look at the cute illustration of Hans by Mike Lowery)!
Like OLD ROCK a few weeks ago, I learned about CLEVER HANS via SCBWI’s free webinars, and I felt compelled to reach out to author Kerri Kokias about this equine wunderkind.
Kerri, how did you first learn about Clever Hans?
I learned about Clever Hans in an Introduction to Psychology class I took in college.
Oh wow, back in college! So you held onto the idea for a long time before writing it. What was the spark that made you say—hmm, maybe this is a picture book?
When I began writing for children and brainstorming ideas for writing a narrative non-fiction picture book, Hans immediately came to mind. Since Hans had stayed on my mind for the twenty-some years since college, I knew there was a strong hook to his story. And the idea of a horse that could count, tell-time, solve math problems, read, spell, and more has obvious kid appeal. I also knew how Hans’ story ended and that he had a lasting scientific impact. It felt almost like the story could write itself! Although, of course, it’s never that easy.
It never is!
Did the story go through several rewrites? Did you have to change tack (pun intended) anywhere in the process?
Ha! Good joke, Tara. No, it’s that the research proved to be more involved than I originally anticipated.
Before I spent a lot of time digging up sources, I did a quick survey of what was more widely known about Hans in popular culture. It didn’t take long for me to notice the discrepancies that I’d have to sort out. I ordered a copy of the original research report on Clever Hans, which was written in 1911 and translated from German. I spent a lot of time reading, rereading, and generally slogging through those 275 pages. The language used in that time period (and in research reports in general) can be long-winded and dry, and the fact that the text was translated, so I wasn’t even reading what was originally written, meant I needed to slow down to make sense of everything.
Luckily, my education and professional background in social science research had acclimated me to parsing through research reports, which helped. I also tracked down as many original newspaper reports as I could find, which was super fun—especially when they included old photographs!
Mike Lowery incorporated wonderful details of the time period including the style of dress and architecture.
Mike, can you tell us about your preparation for CLEVER HANS?
I was especially excited about this book because it takes a look at Germany in the early 1900s. My wife is from Germany so for the past decade, I’ve had the pleasure of getting to go and explore the country when we visit our family and friends there. I did a LOT of research into what Berlin looked like around that time and even worked in a few real hotels, cafes, restaurants, and even a newspaper stand. The drawings in the book are simple, but I wanted to also get the clothing just right. Luckily my wife was able to help by finding books about clothing from that period, too.
It looks very authentic, Mike!
Kerri, do you have any funny behind-the-scenes story about “the making of” this book?
It was always a happy surprise to see Mike’s illustrations through his process. When I was writing the book I kept wondering how an illustrator would handle the story since the setting doesn’t change much and the characters are more or less limited to Hans and a variety of old, white men. But oh my gosh, Mike added so much personality and humor in the illustrations! I’ve laughed out loud at several discoveries and continue to notice new details with each reading.
OK, you have to give me an example of a LOL moment!
Of course! Several examples come to mind…
There’s a scene where Hans is tired of answering questions and he has the best grumpy expression I can possibly imagine on a horse.
There’s a scene where a confused chicken is watching Hans be questioned…
…and another where there is a bird on a scientist’s head and a snake peeking out of his pocket.
At one point scientists wondered if Hans could be psychic and Mike drew a hilarious spread of his interpretation of Hans as a psychic mind reader.
And I think my all-time-favorite is of when a scientist tried to imitate Hans answering a question by getting on his hands and knees and tapping out his answer like Hans did.
Those are all hilarious, especially grumpy Hans. I did feel his frustration with being constantly questioned and trotted out for entertainment. His contribution to science and scientific study proved to be crucial, though, and I’m glad kids today can learn about him through this fascinating and fun book!
Congratulations to you and Mike. I’m giving CLEVER HANS four hoofs up!
CLEVER HANS is available now from Putnam/PRH!
Kerri is also giving away a copy, so just comment once below to enter.
A random winner will be selected in two weeks.
Good luck!
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July 9, 2020 at 8:09 am
Linda Mitchell
Congratulations! I love the LOL moments…grumpy Hans face is great. And, I love that this story brings kids into a different world that they can understand. Way to go!
July 13, 2020 at 4:15 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Linda!
July 9, 2020 at 8:28 am
stiefelchana
Truly clever & hilarious! Congrats Kerri & Mike!
Can’t wait to read CLEVER HANS!
July 13, 2020 at 4:17 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Chana!
July 9, 2020 at 8:29 am
Nancy Roe Pimm
I look forward to reading about Clever Hans!
July 13, 2020 at 4:18 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Nancy. I hope you enjoy the story.
July 9, 2020 at 8:46 am
Lynne Marie
WOW — I’m a fan of horse books! Can’t wait to count this one in! Best of success to you. Kathy – I’m a subscriber.
July 13, 2020 at 4:19 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, I hope you enjoy the story.
July 9, 2020 at 8:48 am
Jacqueline Adams
Congratulations! I’m a big fan of Hans. I even wrote a leveled reader about him a few years ago. So I’m really looking forward to reading his story in a picture book. (I love that grumpy face!)
July 13, 2020 at 4:19 pm
kerrikokias
Really? Cool! I’ll have to look up your book.
July 16, 2020 at 12:37 pm
Jacqueline Adams
It’s used in classrooms as part of the Fountas & Pinnell Leveled Literacy Intervention System, so you probably won’t find it unless you’re a teacher. But thanks for the interest!
July 9, 2020 at 8:48 am
readmybook2002
I never knew about this horse until now. I heard of a counting chicken but never this caliber of knowledge in an animal. Would love to read it when it comes out. Thank you.
July 13, 2020 at 4:20 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks! I hope you enjoy the story. It’s came out in May.
July 9, 2020 at 8:55 am
Kristin
This book sounds interesting and hilarious! So many opportunities to show students that we can do the unexpected.
Thanks for the chance.
July 13, 2020 at 4:21 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Kristin. Yes, this story would be so good for classroom use!
July 9, 2020 at 9:08 am
Mark Ceilley
This looks like a fun, interesting, and informative book! I enjoyed reading about the behind the scenes. Congratulations!
July 13, 2020 at 4:21 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Mark!
July 9, 2020 at 9:10 am
Nancy Furstinger
This book looks like it explodes with personality–congrats! I’m very familiar with Clever Hans’ backstory so I can’t wait to see how it’s woven into your book
July 13, 2020 at 4:22 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Nancy. I hope you enjoy the story!
July 9, 2020 at 9:11 am
katiemillsgiorgio
This one looks like fun! Thanks for sharing!
July 13, 2020 at 4:22 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Katie!
July 9, 2020 at 9:12 am
Sheri Dillard
Love it! I’m looking forward to reading! 🙂
July 13, 2020 at 4:23 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Sheri. I hope you enjoy the story.
July 9, 2020 at 9:13 am
Nancy Furstinger
This book looks like it’s bursting with personality–sure to attract kids! Congrats:-) I’m very familiar with Clever Hans’ backstory and can’t wait to read your creation.
July 9, 2020 at 9:14 am
Nancy Furstinger
This book looks like it’s bursting with personality–congrats! It’s sure to become a hit with kids little and large (I’m very familiar with Clever Hans’ backstory so can’t wait to read).
July 9, 2020 at 9:21 am
Beverly Lyle Patt
This looks adorable and fascinating!
July 13, 2020 at 4:24 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Beverly!
July 9, 2020 at 9:32 am
rosecappelli
Sounds like a fun read!
July 13, 2020 at 4:24 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks!
July 9, 2020 at 9:48 am
jjsewell416
An amazing story! Were there two horses who could do math? I first learned about Jim Key, the horse that could count, in Emily McCully’s book Wonder Horse. I wonder if Jim and Hans are related??
July 13, 2020 at 4:26 pm
kerrikokias
Yes, different horses on different continents during the same time period. So not directly related but living during a time where people were just starting to get curious about animal intelligence and animal rights.
July 9, 2020 at 10:17 am
Lori Dubbin
It’s wonderful how you kept Clever Hans in mind since college. What a fascinating nonfiction topic. The humor and heart shines through in the writing and illustrations. Can’t wait to read this one!
July 13, 2020 at 4:27 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Lori. I hope you enjoy the book.
July 9, 2020 at 10:18 am
marty
What a fascinating story. If it weren’t true, it would feel like fiction! Ha! So glad you kept this idea in mind all those years and brought it to fruition. Congrats!
July 13, 2020 at 4:28 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Marty. Yes, the old cliche about truth being stranger than fiction certainly proves to be true in this story.
July 9, 2020 at 10:20 am
Angie
I’ve heard of Hans! But I don’t know how the story ends. 🙂 I will wait until I read this fun book! Congrats!
July 10, 2020 at 7:32 am
margaretzotkiewicz
Great book! The illustrations remind me of Gary Larson and the Far Side.
July 11, 2020 at 11:09 pm
Angie
Oh, yes! Loved the Far Side. Such a unique take on life!
July 13, 2020 at 4:31 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Margaret. That’s an interested observation regarding the illustrations. I’ll have to revisit Gary Larson’s work.
July 13, 2020 at 4:29 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Angie. I hope you enjoy the [full] story.
July 9, 2020 at 10:25 am
Elise Katz
looks fantastic. That will be a great read for all kids! thanks for sharing this.
July 13, 2020 at 4:31 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Elise.
July 9, 2020 at 10:27 am
kerrikokias
Just a quick note of correction to anyone who is interested since I’m not sure when Tara will see the email I sent to her. The current historical photo listed above (of a middle-aged mustached man working with a horse) is commonly cited as being of Clever Hans online, but is actually of a man named Karl Krall working with a horse named Zarif. Krall was associated with Hans, he bought him after my story ends, but this photo is of a different horse. I have some great historical photos of Hans at home but unfortunately I don’t have access to them right now as I’m traveling. Tara might be able to pull one from the back mater of the book when she sees my message. Thanks!
July 9, 2020 at 12:57 pm
Tara Lazar
I changed the photo back to the backmatter! So it’s all fixed now! Thanks, Kerri!
July 13, 2020 at 4:29 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Tara. You are the best.
July 9, 2020 at 10:32 am
Andrea Denish
This book sounds hilarious! Can’t wait to read it.
July 13, 2020 at 4:32 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Andrea. I hope you enjoy the story!
July 9, 2020 at 10:34 am
Susan Schade
I love hearing the story behind the story. Congratulations! Can’t wait to read it!
July 13, 2020 at 4:32 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Susan. I hope you enjoy the book.
July 9, 2020 at 10:36 am
Carol Gwin Nelson
Wow! That was amazing research. I also remember hearing about Hans in college. This is a great book to share with my grandkids. They will be amazed. Thanks for sharing your process.
July 13, 2020 at 4:33 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Carol. I hope your grandkids enjoy the book!
July 9, 2020 at 10:41 am
Carol Gwin Nelson
Wow! Your research is amazing. I also remember hearing about Hans in college. I’m looking forward to sharing Clever Hans with my grandchildren. I know they will love it.
July 9, 2020 at 10:54 am
Suzanne Lewis
What an intriguing and fun non-fiction story to share with kids–of any age! Thanks for all your research and creativity to make to happen!
July 13, 2020 at 4:34 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Suzanne!
July 9, 2020 at 10:57 am
Kim Larson
Congratulations, Kerri and Mike! Sounds like such an interesting and entertaining book! Can’t wait to read it.
July 13, 2020 at 4:35 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Kim. I hope you enjoy the story.
July 9, 2020 at 11:03 am
Cathy Ballou Mealey
I “count” on learning a lot from this book! Thanks Kerri and Mike!
July 13, 2020 at 4:36 pm
kerrikokias
Oh, Cathy. You crack me up.
July 9, 2020 at 11:07 am
Deb Pilutti
This looks like such fun! I enjoyed learning more about the creation of the story and look forward to reading it.
July 13, 2020 at 4:36 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Deb.
July 9, 2020 at 11:19 am
Debra Shumaker
Completely fascinating! I can’t wait to read it. Congrats Kerri and Mike!
July 13, 2020 at 4:37 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Debra.
July 9, 2020 at 11:36 am
June Sengpiehl
A fun,educational book.
July 13, 2020 at 4:37 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, June!
July 9, 2020 at 11:57 am
Marilyn Miner
The more I learn, the more I realize how the intelligence of animals is far more complex than we give them credit for.
July 13, 2020 at 4:38 pm
kerrikokias
I agree!
July 9, 2020 at 12:19 pm
Jenn D.
What an inspirational journey! I love how you recognized how Hans’ story ‘stayed with you’ and therefore was a story that needed to be written. This speaks to your patience and openness to ideas. And yes Lowery’s illustrations are wonderful! Congratulations to you both!
July 13, 2020 at 4:38 pm
kerrikokias
Thank you, Jenn!
July 9, 2020 at 12:24 pm
Lisa Riddiough
Yay! I want this book. Great preview!!
July 13, 2020 at 4:39 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Lisa.
July 9, 2020 at 12:24 pm
danielledufayet
Such a fun way to learn about an interesting story (the back story and the actual story)! Congrats!
July 13, 2020 at 4:39 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Danielle.
July 9, 2020 at 12:40 pm
me
Sounds so fun! Love ideas that ferment.
July 13, 2020 at 4:39 pm
kerrikokias
Ha! That’s a positive way to put it!
July 9, 2020 at 12:59 pm
Debbie Meyer
Two hooves up!! This looks adorable and entertaining. 🙂 Congratulations, Kerri & Mike!
July 13, 2020 at 4:40 pm
kerrikokias
Ha! Thanks, Debbie.
July 9, 2020 at 1:03 pm
Eileen Mayo
The illustrations are so darn cute! I just love clever Hans. Congratulations on the new book. It looks adorable.
July 13, 2020 at 4:40 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Eileen!
July 9, 2020 at 1:06 pm
Darlene Ivy
What a great story! There are so many horse lovers out there that this book should be a real hit.
July 13, 2020 at 4:41 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Darlene. I hope so!
July 9, 2020 at 1:07 pm
Sherry Smith
Kerri,
Mike, the illustrator, truly drew out the characters’ personalities, including Hans. I had also heard about Hans years ago and am glad you wrote about him.
My friend owns a horse and wishes Greta was as brilliant as Hans.
July 13, 2020 at 4:41 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Sherry. Yes, Mike certainly did!
July 9, 2020 at 1:09 pm
kltwrites
What a fascinating subject! I have a smart mule, but she is not THAT smart!
July 13, 2020 at 4:42 pm
kerrikokias
Ha! Thanks!
July 9, 2020 at 1:11 pm
Melissa Richardson
Congratulations Kerri and Mike! What a brilliant book!
July 13, 2020 at 4:42 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Melissa.
July 9, 2020 at 1:13 pm
Wendy Greenley
What a fabulous picture book subject! I was a horse-obsessed kid and I bet loads of horsey kids will want to train their own steeds to be as clever.
July 13, 2020 at 4:43 pm
kerrikokias
I love that idea, Wendy!
July 9, 2020 at 1:13 pm
Mary Lou Johnson
Congratulations, Kerri, on bringing your long-held interest to fruition in a new stand-out picture book! How great that you and Mike got to create this book together. I am eager to see it and read it!
July 13, 2020 at 4:43 pm
kerrikokias
Thank you. I hope you enjoy the book!
July 9, 2020 at 1:16 pm
Sarah Meade
This books looks like a lot of fun! Looking forward to reading it.
July 13, 2020 at 4:43 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Sarah!
July 9, 2020 at 1:32 pm
Chris Go
Can’t wait to read this! It was mentioned in one of the SCBWI Webinars.
July 13, 2020 at 4:44 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Chris. I hope you enjoy the book!
July 9, 2020 at 1:42 pm
Lynn Becker
Thank you for the fun and informative post. The story sounds intriguing and art looks like it has tremendous personality. Congrats to all!
July 13, 2020 at 4:44 pm
kerrikokias
Thank you, Lynn.
July 9, 2020 at 1:51 pm
Amy Benoit
Looks like a great read. I bet Clever Hans is saying 1-4-3!!!
July 13, 2020 at 4:45 pm
kerrikokias
1-4-3???
July 9, 2020 at 2:18 pm
Jocelyn Rish
I’ve always loved the story of Clever Hans, so I can’t wait to read this!
July 13, 2020 at 4:46 pm
kerrikokias
Oh good! I hope you enjoy the book, Jocelyn.
July 9, 2020 at 2:29 pm
Lynn
Good old horse sense! This will be a fun read.
July 13, 2020 at 4:46 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Lynn.
July 9, 2020 at 2:49 pm
Lori Alexander
I’ve been waiting for this one! Congrats, Kerri and Mike!
July 13, 2020 at 4:46 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks Lori! I hope it proves worth the wait.
July 9, 2020 at 2:51 pm
Jilanne Hoffmann
Love it when history is entertaining. And Clever Hans sounds fabulous! Adding this to my TBR list. Thanks!
July 13, 2020 at 4:47 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks Jilanne. I hope you enjoy the story!
July 9, 2020 at 3:33 pm
Nancy Riley
This looks so fun and . . . clever! Congratulations, I can’t wait to see it!
July 13, 2020 at 4:48 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Nancy!
July 9, 2020 at 3:37 pm
Stephen S. Martin
I can say neigh more! cannot wait to read this.
July 13, 2020 at 4:48 pm
kerrikokias
Ha! Thanks, Stephen.
July 9, 2020 at 4:15 pm
Peggy Mages
I have never heard of Hans. Can’t wait to read the book.
July 13, 2020 at 4:48 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Peggy. I hope you enjoy Hans’ story.
July 9, 2020 at 4:52 pm
Janet Frenck Sheets
I remember hearing about Hans years ago. It will be great to learn the full story!
July 13, 2020 at 4:49 pm
kerrikokias
Yes. Thanks, Janet.
July 9, 2020 at 5:45 pm
michele rietz
I’ve never heard about Clever Hans, but would love to read your book about him. Congratulations!!!
July 13, 2020 at 4:49 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Michele.
July 9, 2020 at 5:53 pm
Deb Lund
This book is indeed clever, as is its creator! You’ll love it.
July 13, 2020 at 4:50 pm
kerrikokias
Ahhh, Deb. Hugs to you.
July 9, 2020 at 5:55 pm
Joy Pitcairn
I saw this in the SCBWI webinar and it looks so fun!
July 13, 2020 at 4:52 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Joy.
July 9, 2020 at 7:23 pm
dinatowbin
What a fun story! Congrats on the book!
July 13, 2020 at 4:52 pm
kerrikokias
Thank you, Dina.
July 9, 2020 at 7:49 pm
Cinzia V.
I can’t wait to read your story! Thanks for sharing about your process. Congrats!
July 13, 2020 at 4:53 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Cinzia. I hope you enjoy the story.
July 9, 2020 at 8:03 pm
Karol Ruth Silverstein
This was SO delightful! Ca’t wait to get the book. And – OMG – the illustrations!!
July 13, 2020 at 4:53 pm
kerrikokias
Aren’t the illustrations wonderful?! I hope you enjoy the story as well!
July 9, 2020 at 8:27 pm
Sylvia Mary Grech
Looks like a great book…congrats!
July 13, 2020 at 4:54 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Sylvia.
July 9, 2020 at 8:46 pm
Maria
I can’t wait to read this book. I just checked and my library has a copy on order!
July 13, 2020 at 4:54 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Maria. I hope you enjoy the book!
July 9, 2020 at 9:21 pm
Chelle Martin
I heard this story a long time ago, but forgot about it. I’m sure kids will find it entertaining. Illustrations are cute. Congratulations!
July 13, 2020 at 4:55 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Chelle. I hope your kids enjoy the story.
July 9, 2020 at 9:56 pm
seschipper
Congratulations to both author and illustrator. Kids will love this tail err.
.” tale”! Looking forward to adding this book our collection! 🙂
July 13, 2020 at 4:55 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks. Ha! Hope you all enjoy.
July 9, 2020 at 10:34 pm
Judy Sobanski
I have never heard of Clever Hans. What an interesting idea for a narrative NF book. The illustrations add a lot of fun, too!
July 13, 2020 at 4:55 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Judy.
July 9, 2020 at 10:34 pm
Carole Calladine
Fun post! Such dedication and creativity. Congrats to a winning writer and illustrator combo!
July 13, 2020 at 4:58 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Carole!
July 9, 2020 at 11:02 pm
Charles Trevino
Everything a book should be… clever and fun with the Writer and illustrator in on the entertainment factor!
July 13, 2020 at 4:58 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Charles.
July 9, 2020 at 11:33 pm
Maureen Tai
What a fantastic story! Thank you for sharing and would love to win a copy!
July 13, 2020 at 4:59 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Maureen.
July 10, 2020 at 1:01 am
rindabeach
My favorite part was learning how Kerri sorted through the research to find those great details. WOW!
July 13, 2020 at 4:59 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks!
July 10, 2020 at 1:30 am
Ashley Congdon (@AshleyCCongdon)
This book sounds like so much fun. I can’t wait to read it!
July 13, 2020 at 4:59 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Ashley. I hope you enjoy.
July 10, 2020 at 4:46 am
Jamie Donahoe
I had not heard of Clever Hans before – can’t wait to learn all about him! The illustrations look like they will provide hours of entertainment as well.
July 13, 2020 at 5:00 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Jamie. I hope you enjoy Hans’ story.
July 10, 2020 at 7:35 am
margaretzotkiewicz
Loved reading about how the period research turned into great illustrations. I can’t wait to read this book!
July 13, 2020 at 5:00 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Margaret. I hope you enjoy the story.
July 10, 2020 at 11:02 am
nrompella
Such a fun topic!
July 13, 2020 at 5:01 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks!
July 10, 2020 at 12:33 pm
Liz Kehrli
Congrats! This looks great!
July 13, 2020 at 5:01 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Liz.
July 10, 2020 at 4:05 pm
Sheri Radovich
My eyes were opened to possibilities in stories after reading about Hans and the idea percolating in your brain for so long. Thanks for sharing.
July 13, 2020 at 5:01 pm
kerrikokias
Good to hear. Thanks, Sheri.
July 10, 2020 at 6:47 pm
kathydoherty1
Thia book has sure caught my attention. I have to meet this horse!
July 13, 2020 at 5:02 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Kathy. Glad I could introduce you.
July 11, 2020 at 2:44 am
tammisauer
Well, giddy-up! This book looks great!
July 13, 2020 at 5:02 pm
kerrikokias
Ha! Thanks, Tammi.
July 11, 2020 at 6:52 pm
Meredith Fraser
I have to get this book! We love horses and especially clever ones.
July 13, 2020 at 5:03 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Meredith. I hope you enjoy Hans’ story.
July 11, 2020 at 11:10 pm
Virginia Rinkel
My daughter over in Ireland needs this book! She loves horses.
July 13, 2020 at 5:04 pm
kerrikokias
She would probably love Hans’ unusual story!
July 12, 2020 at 1:39 pm
Stephanie Lau
AHHH, HANS IS SO CUTE!
July 13, 2020 at 5:03 pm
kerrikokias
Isn’t he?!
July 12, 2020 at 3:07 pm
Linda Schueler
I love this story, and I look forward to reading this picture book version, which looks fabulous!
July 13, 2020 at 5:04 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Linda!
July 12, 2020 at 6:04 pm
TerriMichels
What a great story!
July 13, 2020 at 5:05 pm
kerrikokias
Thanks, Terri!
July 13, 2020 at 11:12 am
Wendy Wahman
This book is one of those, I wish I’d thought to do this! Such a soft spot for everything – and everybody here. A great team and a great book.
July 13, 2020 at 5:05 pm
kerrikokias
Ahh, thanks Wendy. Hugs to you.
July 13, 2020 at 8:13 pm
LenoraBiemans (@BiemansLenora)
Oh I’ve never heard of Clever Hans. I’m excited to learn more!
July 14, 2020 at 6:04 pm
Rebecca Van Slyke
How fun to watch as this book came into being!
That Kerri sure doesn’t horse around!
July 16, 2020 at 1:19 pm
Hannah Moon
The book is great for all ages. My teenage daughters loved it. I learned something new as well.
July 16, 2020 at 5:11 pm
mariagianferrari
Congrats, Kerri & Mike! This looks great! Looking forward to reading it!
July 17, 2020 at 10:28 pm
Gretchen Hansen
Thank you, Kerri, for your generous offer. I now of several kids, one who especially like horses, who would be intrigued with the clever Hans who could count and compute!
July 17, 2020 at 10:29 pm
Gretchen Hansen
Thank you, Kerri, for your generous offer. I know of several kids, one who especially like horses, who would be intrigued with the clever Hans who could count and compute!
July 18, 2020 at 2:59 pm
Katy Tanis
Looks like a really fun story. I recently have been doing research for a story from late 1800s and early 1900s its fun to dig up those sources.
July 19, 2020 at 10:20 pm
Rebecca Gardyn Levington
This looks awesome! Thanks for sharing!
July 22, 2020 at 12:40 pm
Cheryl Johnson
Can’t wait to read this!
March 11, 2021 at 4:14 pm
Bonnie Kelso
This book looks so adorable! Congratulations!