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King of the Classroom
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Ideal for children aged 3 to 6, this book is perfect for young readers preparing for their first day of school, along with parents and educators aiming to encourage confidence and kindness in early school experiences.
A confident little boy takes pride in his first day of kindergarten.
AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR IS A RISING STAR: This is Derrick Barnes' first book since winning a Newbery Honor, a Coretta Scott King Honor, and an Ezra Jack Keats New Writer Award for Crown earlier this year. DIVERSE CHARACTERS: The narrator and his family are black and that isn't a focal point of the story. UPBEAT INTRODUCTION TO SCHOOL: Children getting ready to start school will feel reassured by the narrator's delight in every part of his school day. STRESSES THE IMPORTANCE OF BOOSTING KIDS' SELF-ESTEEM: This quote by Civil Rights leader Benjamin Mays appears in the front matter: "A child must learn early to believe that he is somebody worthwhile and that he can do many praiseworthy things. The child must have the love of family and the protection they give in order to LIVE and FLOURISH."
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Age range 3 to 6
An upbeat story about a confident little boy who takes pride in his first day of nursery.
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 a 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.
Necessary nourishment, infectiously joyous. - Kirkus, starred review
This is a king whose power comes from self respect and kindness toward all the members of his diverse classroom. - The New York Times
Another brilliant title from Scallywag...This beautifully drawn, infectiously enthusiastic book will help prepare children for their first day of school... the book subtly introduces themes of self-respect, kindness and the joy of a diverse classroom. - The Bookseller
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Starred review from Kirkus praises the book as "necessary nourishment, infectiously joyous." The New York Times highlights the boy's power derived from self-respect and kindness towards all classmates. The Bookseller calls it "a beautifully drawn, infectiously enthusiastic book" that gently introduces themes of self-respect, kindness, and diversity.
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ISBN: 9781912650361
Publisher: Scallywag Press
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 02 April 2020
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Scallywag Press
Illustration: Full colour throughout
Contributors:
- Illustrated by Vanessa Brantley-Newton
Audience: Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 9.0mm
Width: 228.0mm
Height: 254.0mm
Weight: 405g
Pages: 32
About the Author
Derrick Barnes is from Kansas City, MO. He is a graduate of Jackson State University with a BA degree in Marketing. He is the author of the critically acclaimed picture book CROWN: An Ode To The Fresh Cut which won a multitude of literay awards including a Newbery Honor, a Coretta Scott King Honor, and the 2018 Ezra Jack Keats Award, making it one of the most decorated picture books in the history of children's literature. He also wrote the bestselling chapter book series Ruby and the Booker Boys. Derrick owns the copy-writing company Say Word Creative Communications and created the popular blog Raising the Mighty, where he "chronicles the experience of bringing up four beautiful Black boys in America." He lives in Charlotte, North Carolina, with his wife and their four sons. Vanessa Brantley-Newton is a self-taught illustrator, doll maker, and crafter who studied fashion illustration at FIT and children's book illustration at the School of Visual Arts in New York. She is the author and illustrator of Let Freedom Sing and Don't Let Auntie Mabel Bless the Table and has illustrated numerous children's books. Vanessa lives in Charlotte, North Carolina, with her husband, daughter, and a very rambunctious cat named Stripes.
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