The morning sun blares through your window like a million brass trumpets.It sits and shines behind your head - like a crown. Mummy says that today, you are going to be the King of Kindergarten!
Starting kindergarten is a big milestone - and the hero of this story is ready to make his mark! He’s dressed himself, eaten a pile of pancakes, and can’t wait to be part of a whole new kingdom of kids. The day will be jam-packed, but he’s up to the challenge, taking new experiences in stride with his infectious enthusiasm! And afterward, he can’t wait to tell his proud parents all about his achievements - and then wake up to start another day.
Newbery Honor-winning author Derrick Barnes’s empowering story will give new kindergartener's a reassuring confidence boost, and Vanessa Brantley-Newton’s illustrations exude joy.
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Derrick Barnes , a graduate of Jackson State University, is the author of eight books, including the popular series Ruby and the Booker Boys. He also wrote best-selling copy for Hallmark as the first African American male staff writer for the company. Barnes resides in Charlotte, North Carolina, with his wife and four sons.
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More about Derrick BarnesAmy Parker's children's books have sold more than 1 million copies, including two Christian Retailing's Best award-winning books and the bestselling A Night Night Prayer, Night Night, Farm, and Night Night, Train.
Vanessa Brantley-Newton is a self-taught illustrator, doll maker, and crafter. Her passion for children's books began when she came across T
