Kenya & Too Many Rules

By Lisa Hook Bell

Kindergarten is supposed to be fun... right?

Meet Kenya Lancer-a bright, outspoken 5-year-old starting her very first week of kindergarten. She's ready to learn, eager to make friends, and full of confidence... until she discovers something truly alarming-there are way too many rules

From classroom chaos to bathroom ballads, playground pileups to principal office visits, Kenya and Too Many Rules is a hilarious, heartwarming story told from a child's point of view. Kenya's lively imagination and lovable sass will have readers giggling as she learns what it really means to follow the rules-and why they might not be so bad after all.

Perfect for ages 5-9, this classroom favorite is ideal for:

First week of school read-alouds

Social-emotional learning discussions

Teaching respectful behavior and conflict resolution

Celebrating the importance of kindness, empathy, and second chances

Bonus: Readers will love Kenya's final reflection that helps reinforce key takeaways in a fun, relatable way.

If your child enjoys spirited characters like Junie B. Jones or Ramona Quimby, they'll fall in love with Kenya's big personality and unforgettable first week of school.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0G3GBSVHR
• ISBN13: 9798294036232
• Release Date: August 2025
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 0.34 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"