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Thursday, August 1, 2019

The King of Kindergarten, written by Derrick Barnes and illustrated by Vanessa Brantley-Newton. Nancy Paulsen Books, Penguin Random House. 2019. $23.99 ages 4 and up


"As you walk up to the
towering doors, you'll
remember Mommy
saying, "Hold your
head high and greet
everyone with a
brilliant, beaming,
majestic smile. For
you are the King of
Kindergarten."

Mommy and Daddy are full of confident assurance as they help their little one prepare for his first day of kindergarten. Every morning action from getting up, to teeth brushing, to getting dressed is meant to encourage him to feel like a king.

The bus ride is quick. Confident and feeling regal, he steps inside to meet his teacher and classmates. His day is filled with new experiences, and he is very keen to be where he is. There is a lot to learn about his new classroom, the day's activities, the new kids; he is keen to experience every moment and then return home to tell his parents all about it.

Then, he will be ready to do it all again ...

"And tomorrow, it will begin again - another day as
 the charming, the wonderful, and the kind ...

King of Kindergarten."

So many highlights of the day presented in playful images that will have aspiring kindergarteners anticipating a day much the same. The colors are bright and beautiful, the many details engaging and noteworthy, and the text upbeat and very positive, start to finish. There is no doubt that this five-year-old boy has got it - the charm, the confidence, the friendliness to make his first day the best it can be.

It's lovely to have a book to share that exudes excitement about starting school. Kids are going to love it!
                                                                             

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