Emma McKenna, Full Out (The Kids in Mrs. Z's Class #1)

Praise for the Kids in Mrs. Z’s Class Series

“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

”[A] wholesome read…A buoyant series opener with an engaging premise.” –Publishers Weekly–Publishers Weekly“A gentle back-to-school tale sure to resonate with youngsters confronting their own friendship woes.”–Kirkus Reviews

Kate Messner is passionately curious and writes books for kids who wonder, too. Her award-winning titles include picture books like Once Upon a Book, Over and Under the Snow, and The Scariest Kitten in the World; middle-grade novels like All the Answers and Breakout; the Fergus and Zeke easy reader series; the Ranger in Time chapter book adventures; and the History Smashers illustrated nonfiction series. A former middle-school Language Arts teacher, she splits her time between New York’s Champlain Valley and Florida’s Gulf Coast.

Kat Fajardo (they/she) received a Pura Belpré Honor for Illustration for their first graphic novel, Miss Quinces (published in Spanish as Srta. Quinces). Born and raised in New York City, Kat now lives in Austin, Texas, with their pups, Mac and Roni.