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Description
Prepare for plenty of giggles as a kindergarten class arrives for their first day of school but can’t find their teacher¡ªonly a delicious-looking sandwich and the words “Mr. S” scribbled on the chalkboard. Chaos ensues as the kids argue whether the sandwich must be their teacher. A comical first-day-of-school book of mayhem and chaos by Monica Arnaldo, perfect for fans of Miss Nelson Is Missing.¡°This might be the funniest first-day-of-school book I¡¯ve ever read.”¡ªAdam Rex, New York Times bestselling author of School¡¯s First Day of SchoolIt was the first day of school.But even the kindergarteners of room 2B could tell something was seriously wrong. . . . Where was the teacher Who left this sandwich on the deskThe only clue, written on the chalkboard, were three simple letters: Mr. SPraise for Mr. S: “Confusion, mystery, and laughs are on the menu in Arnaldo¡¯s deliciously goofy back-to-school tale.” ¡ªPublishers Weekly(starred review)”The tale’s genuinely absurd situation, the mystery of the teacher’s identity, and the deadpan storytelling make this a memorable read-aloud choice.” ¡ªALABooklist(starred review)”Mysteries for young readers are few and far between and this one is fun and entertaining.” ¡ªSchool Library Journal(starred review)An Amazon Best Book of the Month * A Junior Library Guild Selection * Indigo Staff Pick of the Month * Governor General’s Literary Award Finalist * Publishers Weekly Best Book of the Year * Indigo Best Book of the Year * Chicago Public Library Best of the Best List * New York Public Library Best Book of the Year * School Library Journal Best Book of the Year * Booklist Editor’s Choice
