Ayana Ndoum Takes the Stage (The Kids in Mrs. Z's Class #6)

Praise for the Kids in Mrs. Z's Class Series
 
"Uplifting and encouraging." —Kirkus Reviews
 
“[A] wholesome read…buoyant.” —Publishers Weekly

“Buy the book and the series. Kids need access to this diverse classroom of students who face everyday crises with their supportive friends, and this gentle read shows the goodness in the world without being overly sappy.” —SLJ
 
"Believable characters experiencing age-appropriate challenges: making new friends, navigating social groups, overcoming shyness, and dealing with embarrassment. . . Share with fans of Annie Barrows' Ivy and Bean books or Sara Pennypacker's Clementine series." —Booklist

"This new series is giving [Polk Street School] vibes. I absolutely love that each book is written by a different author and I love how diverse the classroom is. . . The great thing about [these] books is they showcase kids working together and supporting each other." —Teen Librarian Toolbox
 
Praise for Kekla Magoon:

* "A summertime romp filled with trouble-making, camaraderie, and substance."—School Library Journal, starred review (The Season of Styx Malone)

* "Magoon (How It Went Down) crafts a novel that is genuinely funny, heartbreaking, and uplifting—extraordinary, in fact."—Publishers Weekly, starred review (The Season of Styx Malone)

* "Magoon makes space for and celebrates the sensitive and solitary middle-grade readers who are happiest flying under the radar."—Shelf Awareness, starred review (Chester Keene Cracks The Code)

"Engrossing and heartwarming; explores belonging, love, and forgiveness in families and friendships."—Kirkus Reviews (Chester Keene Cracks The Code)