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Summary
Written by the kindergarten teacher and Instagram influencer affectionately known as the Tutu Teacher, comes a KINDergarten story about celebrating all the amazing ways children grow-- inside and out-- throughout the year.
Spring has sprung in KINDergarten! Flowers grow just outside the classroom. The trees are budding, and even baby birds begin to chirp, but Mason isn't feeling very cheerful. Mason sees her friends getting better at everything, but she doesn't think she can do anything right.
But Mason's favorite teacher Ms. Perry has an idea... a growth chart! It's not like other growth charts that measure how tall children grow, it's a place for students to put how they each want to change and grow over the next few months. Sure, some students want to get taller, but others have different goals. Reynaldo wants to learn the sound of every letter in the alphabet, Irene wants to learn how to ride a bike without training wheels, and Mason, well Mason wants to grow in every way!
This reassuring story told by Vera Ahiyya and brought to life by Joey Chou's exuberant illustrations will help every young reader feel more comfortable in kindergarten by reminding them that we all shine in different ways. And as kind Ms. Perry says, "It is always ok to ask for help. Seeds don't grow all on their own. They need the help of the sun, good soil and water to grow-- just like you!"
Author Notes
Vera Ahiyya has taught Kindergarten and first grade for the last 15 years in Austin, Boston, and Brooklyn. Vera's online presence is dedicated to influencing other educators by spreading her vast knowledge and love of diverse children's books. Vera's unwavering commitment to social justice and diversity is also the focal point of her professional development presentations for other educators. Vera lives in Brooklyn with her husband Lonnell and her dog, Mozi.
JOEY CHOU is an animation artist and children's book illustrator. He has illustrated the Little Golden Books I'm a Reindeer, 'm a Ballerina, I'm a Unicorn, I'm a Dragon, and I'm a Narwhal .
illustrator site- joeyart.com Instagram- choochoojoey
Reviews (2)
School Library Journal Review
PreS-K--Mason doesn't want to go to school because she's worrying about the things she can't do: tie her shoes, draw a picture of her favorite flower, and know all the letter sounds. Her mother suggests they talk to Mason's teacher, Ms. Perry; the following day, Ms. Perry explains to the class, "Some growing can happen quickly, and some can take a long time." The students all share ways they'd like to grow, such as learning to ride a bike and making more friends. Mason says she wants to learn to tie her shoes and then proceeds to use the "shoe basket" with pictures and books to help her practice. The next morning, she walks into class with a huge smile and the teacher announces "You grew overnight! Some growing happens like that." A matter-of-fact narration, a teacher who thanks her students for sharing their fears, and a long but accessible text combines with Chou's vibrant digital spreads that seem ready to bust out of the borders. Mason, with light tan skin, green eyes, and dark reddish hair, wears her concerns on her face while she figures things out. The last spread features the happy looking class of children (diverse in physical appearance) in a garden on the last day of school, ready to move on to first grade. VERDICT A dose of comfort for the littlest learners feeling overwhelmed by all the skills they're working on, this might be a perfect book to pull out for kindergartners during the second half of the year when the books about starting school are a distant memory.--Carrie Voliva
Kirkus Review
Everything grows better with a little help. Mason doesn't want to attend school anymore because there are things she can't do and everyone else seems to do everything right. Mom encourages her to discuss these concerns with her teacher the next morning. Mason does, and at school, Ms. Perry thanks her for articulating her feelings. Later, Ms. Perry announces that, since today's the first day of spring, the class's morning meeting will focus on growth. She tells the class that everyone's growing and changing in myriad ways. Next day, Ms. Perry displays a chart on which she invites students to indicate ways they'd like to grow. Ms. Perry encourages Mason to reflect on how much she's growing--she knows the letters in her own name, for instance, and is "growing to be a reader"--and provides tools to help Mason learn to tie her own shoelaces. Mason begins to realize that some classmates also need help learning a few things. On the last day of school, Ms. Perry reminds everyone it's always OK to request help in order to grow. This is a rather bland story, but it should reassure youngsters who feel doubtful about their ability to learn new skills. The colorful digital illustrations depict a multiracial cast of characters in a lively, active classroom setting. Mason, her mom, and Ms. Perry have skin in various shades of brown. A valuable reminder that learning and growing take time, practice, and patience. (how to write a thank-you card, author's note, tips for fostering a growth mindset) (Picture book. 4-7) Copyright (c) Kirkus Reviews, used with permission.