Roi de la Maternelle

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Commencer la maternelle est une tape importante, et le h ros de cette histoire est plus que pr t Il s'habille tout seul, mange une pile de cr pes et p n tre enfin dans le royaume des enfants. La journ e est charg e, mais il rel ve le d fi et vit de nouvelles exp riences avec un enthousiasme contagieux Il a bien h te de raconter ses exploits ses parents qui seront fiers de lui, sans aucun doute. La vivifiante histoire de l'auteur Derrick Barnes, gagnant de la m daille Newberry, va donner aux nouveaux l ves de maternelle un lan d'assurance et de r confort. Les illustrations de Vanessa Brantley-Newton, quant elles, transmettent la joie et l'all gresse qui accompagnent les nouveaux d parts.

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 the joy and positivity of a new beginning.

Original title: The King of Kindergarten