Kate McKinnon talks the new children's book, “idiocy” in school and the 50th season of “SNL.”

Kate McKinnon recently appeared on TODAY to talk about her debut novel for children, The Millicent Quibb School of Etiquette for Young Ladies of Mad Science. She had been working on the book, which is aimed at middle school readers, before joining the cast Saturday Night Live (SNL). McKinnon shared her excitement about finally releasing the book, which combines quirky etiquette lessons with crazy science adventures and perfectly captures her signature humor.

During the interview, McKinnon also talked about her experiences as a child and how “dry” she was at school. She praised her teachers for helping her find her path. McKinnon received a surprising message from one of those teachers that she says has influenced the way she sees and navigates the world.

Talk about it SNLMcKinnon reflected on the show's upcoming 50th season, a milestone she's proud to be a part of. She hinted that this season would be full of surprises and nostalgic moments for longtime fans.

While promoting her book, McKinnon shared a glimpse into the unique blend of humor, science and life lessons that readers can expect from her debut novel. Fans are looking forward to both her book and the return of SNL.