The King of Kindergarten

By: Barnes, Derrick

Book Overview

A New York Times bestseller

A confident little boy takes pride in his first day of kindergarten, by the Newbery Honor-winning author of Crown.

The morning sun blares through your window like a million brass trumpets.It sits and shines behind your head--like a crown. Mommy 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 kindergarteners a reassuring confidence boost, and Vanessa Brantley-Newton's illustrations exude joy.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 059385697X
• ISBN13: 9780593856970
• Release Date: April 2025
• Publisher: Nancy Paulsen Books
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.60 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 8.8" x 9.8"
• Age Range: 3 to 6 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 1