King of the Classroom

Derrick Barnes, Vanessa Brantley-Newton

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Scallywag Press
01 February 2021

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 kindesstoward 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

By: Derrick Barnes
Illustrated by: Vanessa Brantley-Newton
Imprint: Scallywag Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 254mm, Width: 228mm, Spine: 9mm
Weight: 405g
ISBN: 9781912650361
ISBN 10: 1912650363
Pages: 32
Publication Date: 01 February 2021
Audience: Children/juvenile , 0-5 years
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Author Website: http://www.derrickdbarnes.com

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.

Reviews for King of the Classroom

'Text and visuals work together beautifully to generate excitement and confidence in children getting ready to enter kindergarten. Necessary nourishment, infectiously joyous.' Publishers Weekly, starred review