Four episodic stories told in short, easy-to-read sentences in a large font, accompanied by expressive acrylic and india ink illustrations, follow a small Black boy over the course of a day. In the morning, when it’s time to get dressed, Kenny puts on a clothing item belonging to each of his other family members in turn: Daddy (“Can he wear this shirt? No, that’s Daddy’s shirt.”), Mommy (shoes), sister (shorts), and Granddaddy (hat). In the next story, Kenny is at odds with the vacuum cleaner, which he finds scary. In the third story, Kenny’s big sister is helping him learn to play soccer (“No hands!” ). Finally, the five-minute countdown to bedtime commences but Kenny isn’t tired and isn’t tired … until he suddenly is. But he’s not too tired for mommy to read to him. Each brief story features a patterned text and repetition in a picture book full of warmth and whimsy. (Ages 2-4)

Two-time Caldecott Honor artist and Coretta Scott King Medalist Brian Pinkney's Time for Kenny is simple, direct, and pitch-perfect for emerging readers. This vibrant, family-oriented picture book is full of boundless energy, action, and unlimited love. A timeless choice for fans of Laura Vaccaro Seeger, Christian Robinson, and Oge Mora.

Time for Kenny to get up and enjoy the day with his family! In four deceptively simple stories, Brian Pinkney guides readers through a young child's day. First, Kenny must get dressed. Maybe he can wear his mom's shoes? And his grandpa's hat seems to fit perfectly on his head. Luckily, with the help of his family, Kenny is finally set to go. Then he must overcome his fear of the monstrous vacuum cleaner, learn to play soccer with his big sister, and--after all that fun--get ready for bedtime.

Bright, colorful, and energetic illustrations create a bold, accessible book for families to treasure and share. Rhythm, repetition, and clear, short sentences make Time for Kenny an excellent choice for emerging readers.