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What Are You Waiting For? Hardcover – Picture Book, March 4, 2025


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It's your time to shine! An uplifting text exploring the ups and downs of anticipation that will help buoy readers out of anxiety and into embracing a growth mindset.

It’s almost the big day. You’re counting the hours . . .and minutes . . .and seconds . . . But what if it all doesn’t go the way you’d planned?
 
Time goes slowly when you’re dreaming, hoping, and most of all waiting for your next big challenge. But one thing is certain: You’re growing stronger and wiser each day. So . . . take a deep breath and gather your courage. The world is ready and waiting for you!

Here is a spirited story that will shake out the jitters and boost the confidence needed to face whatever it is you’re waiting for.

Perfect for:
  • Graduation gifts (for any age!)
  • New experiences (camp, performances, athletic events, starting school!)
  • Learning the importance of practice
  • Fans of books like The Magical Yet and The Wonderful Things You Will Be
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What Are You Waiting For? Beatrice Zinker, Upside Down Thinker (Beatrice Zinker, Upside Down Thinker, 1) Incognito (Beatrice Zinker, Upside Down Thinker, 2) Sabotage (Beatrice Zinker, Upside Down Thinker, 3)
What Are You Waiting For? Beatrice Zinker, Upside Down Thinker (Beatrice Zinker, Upside Down Thinker, 1) Incognito (Beatrice Zinker, Upside Down Thinker, 2) Sabotage (Beatrice Zinker, Upside Down Thinker, 3)
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More uplifting stories from author-illustrator Shelley Johannes! This spirited story explores the ups and downs of anticipation and will help buoy readers out of anxiety and into embracing a growth mindset. Book 1: Can Beatrice use her topsy-turvy way of thinking to turn the first day of third grade sunny-side up? Book 2: Beatrice and her best friend Lenny must find a way once again to save Operation Upside—and themselves—from big trouble. Book 3: As Beatrice hunts for an imposter, Lenny suspects one of their own. Will the mystery be solved before Operation Upside is ruined?

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"Don’t wait to hand this book to a child: Any story that strengthens kids’ confidence is a winner."―Kirkus Reviews

About the Author

Marcy Campbell is the author of Something Good, a Junior Library Guild selection; the award-winning titles Adrian Simcox Does NOT Have a Horse and The More You Give; and other acclaimed books for young readers. She lives in Ohio with her husband, children, and pets and invites you to visit her online at marcycampbell.com and @marcycampbellbooks on Instagram.

Shelley Johannes is the author and illustrator of picture books including This Joy! and More Than Sunny, and she is also the creator of the award-winning Beatrice Zinker chapter book series. She lives in Michigan with her husband and two sons. Shelley invites you to visit her online at shelleyjohannes.com and @shelleyjohannes on social media.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Little, Brown Books for Young Readers (March 4, 2025)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 40 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0316214248
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0316214247
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 4 - 8 years
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ Preschool - 3
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 10.25 x 0.38 x 10.25 inches

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Shelley Johannes is the author/illustrator of the acclaimed Beatrice Zinker, Upside Down Thinker chapter book series, as well as two picture books, MORE THAN SUNNY and THIS JOY! She also illustrated WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR? by Marcy Campbell—coming March 2025!

BEATRICE ZINKER, UPSIDE DOWN THINKER has received numerous awards and accolades. It has been named a Beverly Cleary Children’s Choice Award Nominee, a Junior Library Guild Selection, an Amazon Best Book of 2017 (Ages 6-8), a Brightly’s Best Children’s Book of 2017—According to Kids, Scripps National Spelling Bee Great Words, Great Work Selection, Today Show Best Gift for 7-Year-Olds, and a Sunshine State Young Readers Award Book.

Shelley and her family live in her childhood home in Metro Detroit, Michigan with three hilarious birds. Connect with Shelley about her books, author visits, or art licensing via her website.

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