Katey Howes

Celebrating the legacy of Katey Howes, beloved kidlit author & bookish mom.

TAKE IT APART • August 2026

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🎉 IT'S RELEASE DAY!

Take It Apart by Katey Howes, illustrated by Elizabet Vuković, is out now! 🔧

We're honored to celebrate with Katey's daughter, Elfia, holding a copy of her mom's newest book, a beautiful reminder that Katey's stories continue to inspire young readers.

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Read the interview: https://t.co/GbSSbTld7f

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What inspired Katey Howes to write Rissy No Kissies? 💛

In this interview, Katey shared the personal experiences, creative choices, and heartfelt message behind her picture book about body autonomy, consent, and the many ways we show love.

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Pick something safe and familiar.

👟 A shoe
🧸 A stuffed animal
🎒 A backpack
🖍️ A crayon

Now ask:
“What are all the little parts that make this work?”
Sometimes the most interesting discoveries are hiding in plain sight!

Inspired by #TakeItApart by #KateyHowes.

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A shoelace?
A zipper?
A button?
A wheel?
Every little part has a job!

Pick one and make your best guess:
“I think this part helps because…”

That's how curiosity turns into discovery. 🔎
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Mission:
1️⃣ Pick a safe object.
2️⃣ Guess what's inside.
3️⃣ Investigate! 🔍
4️⃣ Say “WHOA!”
Congratulations.
You're officially a CURIOUS KID. 🎉
Inspired by Take It Apart by Katey Howes.

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New friend alert! 👋

Sometimes friendship starts with a simple hello.

This #NationalNewFriendsDay, #TheReindeerRemainders by #KateyHowes reminds us that there’s always room for someone new.

Say hello. Make room. Make a new friend!

#KidsBooks #Friendship

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Look at something you use every day.
Can you find:
Part that moves?
Part that makes it work?
Part holding everything together?

Don't just look at the object.
Look closer!

#TakeItApart by #KateyHowes inspires kids to explore the little pieces inside everyday things.

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Pick an object.
Don't take it apart yet!
Draw what you think is inside.
Now compare your drawing with reality.
Were you right… or completely surprised?
That's the fun of curiosity!
Inspired by #TakeItApart by #KateyHowes. 🔧

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A little poetry can be found anywhere.

This #RandomActsofPoetryDay, #WheretheDeerSlipThrough by #KateyHowes invites us to slow down, look around, and find the poetry in everyday moments.

What will you turn into a poem today?

#KidsBooks #PoetryForKids

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What would YOU take apart to understand how it works?

A toy? A bike? A word? A big problem? 👀
#TakeItApart by #KateyHowes invites young readers to get curious, ask questions, and discover how breaking things down can lead to new ideas and solutions.

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It’s #MathStorytellingDay!

Celebrate the joy of learning with #KateyHowes’ #TheReindeerRemainders, a playful story that brings math to life through reindeer, problem-solving, and plenty of fun.

Because sometimes, the best way to learn math is through a good story!

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Read the full review: https://t.co/fdbrYYX13O

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Take It Apart is recommended by Geo Librarian!

The review celebrates Katey Howes’ joyful rhymes and Elizabet Vuković’s playful illustrations, noting how the book shows young readers that breaking things down can help them understand and explore the world around them.

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Another wonderful feature for #TakeItApart!

@crackingthecovr praises #KateyHowes’ book for showing young readers how breaking things down can make problem-solving clearer and how much fun it can be along the way.

Full review: https://t.co/CzSP2DIpqi

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This #WorldLiteracyDay, celebrate the power of stories to help children discover, imagine, and connect with the world around them.

#KateyHowes’ #WheretheDeerSlipThrough invites young readers into nature through lyrical language, rhythm, and rhyme.

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A successful launch celebration for Katey Howes’ Take It Apart!

On August 12, readers, families, authors, and the kidlit community gathered at Newtown Bookshop to celebrate this wonderful book. Katey’s legacy continues through her stories and the young readers they inspire.

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What's something YOU love to take apart (and hopefully put back together)?

Tell us in the comments!

Then grab a copy of "Take It Apart" by Katey Howes, out now, and start your own investigation station.

https://t.co/qqdPENFKJA

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Free guide: https://t.co/cbtVJctuWN

Get the book: https://t.co/qqdPENFKJA

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Teachers & librarians, this one's for you! Take It Apart ties beautifully into STEM units, recycling/sustainability lessons, and even math and spelling practice. Pair it with our free curriculum guide (link below) for ready-to-go classroom activities!