{"product_id":"henry-and-the-something-new-book-2-9781797213903","title":"Henry and the Something New: Book 2","description":"\u003cb\u003e\"Relatable characters, familiar scenarios, and gentle humor make this a remarkably satisfying read.\"\u003c\/b\u003e --\u003ci\u003eHorn Book Magazine\u003c\/i\u003e, Starred Review \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eFrom the creators of the\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e Schneider Award-winning books \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eA Friend for Henry\u003c\/i\u003e and \u003ci\u003eHenry, Like Always \u003c\/i\u003ecomes a delightful beginning chapter book about embracing new experiences, starring a sweet and sensitive child on the autism spectrum.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIt's Field Trip Day! Henry's class is excited to visit the museum, but Henry is not so sure. The museum means maybe seeing dinosaurs, Henry's favorite. But it also means a lot of things that are new: a noisy school bus ride, a building full of echoes and hallways, and plenty of chances to get lost! Will he find something that makes all of this \u003ci\u003enew\u003c\/i\u003e worth the trip? Come along with Henry in this funny, bighearted tale about trying new things, exploring new places, and finding the courage to make yourself heard. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eJUST RIGHT FOR BEGINNING READERS: With short chapters and simple text, this book is perfect for newly independent readers who are just moving on to longer books. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e FIRST FIELD TRIP: This story will encourage and reassure any child beginning school or preparing to embark on their first field trip as Henry navigates the excitement (and potential anxiety) that comes with doing new things for the first time. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e GREAT BACK-TO-SCHOOL READ: Perfect for any reader starting a new school year, the Henry series explores common school experiences in a gentle, funny, and encouraging way. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e DIVERSE STORIES: Centering neurodivergent kids is vital to expanding diverse representation across books for all ages. The Henry series provides a mirror and a window for kids on the autism spectrum and their friends to see themselves in the stories they read. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e AN AWARD-WINNING TEAM: Jenn Bailey and Mika Song received a Schneider Family Book Honor Award for their picture book \u003ci\u003eA Friend for Henry\u003c\/i\u003e. See how the story continues in this classic-feeling early reader series based on the same character! \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003ePerfect for: \u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Newly independent readers \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e An excellent resource for parents of kids on the spectrum \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Librarians, teachers, and booksellers looking for a children's book that offers a window into the experience of autism \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e A reassuring read for kids with varying levels of social anxiety \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Gift givers looking for a sweet and relatable book about trying new things \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJenn Bailey is an author, editor, blue-ribbon pie baker, and eager traveler. She received her MFA from the Vermont College of Fine Arts. Born and raised in Rhode Island, she now calls Leawood, Kansas, home. Although her kids insisted on growing up, she and her husband, Kevin, still share their space with numerous cats and dogs. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e Mika Song grew up in Manila, Philippines, and Honolulu, Hawaii. She moved to New York City to attend Pratt Institute and worked in animation before making children's books. She lives in New York City with her husband and daughter.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Chronicle Books","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50570347381010,"sku":"9781797213903","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_5bee9d73-c501-449c-95e6-309ae9774847.jpg?v=1754898218","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/henry-and-the-something-new-book-2-9781797213903","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}