Books for New School for Ages 4–7

Being the new kid in a classroom where everyone else already knows each other is its own kind of lonely. We're building this collection as more books for this age are added.

245 books

Lissy's Friends

Grace Lin

For the child who feels like an outsider at a new school. Lissy uses her creativity to bridge the gap between her inner

Ages 3–7

Fitch & Chip #1

New Pig in Town

Lisa Wheeler

A new pig and a lone wolf seem like an impossible pair, but these two unlikely neighbors are about to prove that friends

Ages 6–8

Amy HodgePodge #4

Happy Birthday to Me

Kim Wayans

For the child navigating the social pressures of a first big birthday party while balancing new school friendships and t

Ages 6–10

Circus Girl

Tomek Bogacki

The arrival of a kind girl from the circus brings two boys together in a story of unexpected friendship.

Ages 4–8

Scholastic First Biographies

Ruby Bridges

Ruby Bridges, Grace Maccarone

For the child noticing that the world isn't always fair. This simple autobiography helps young readers understand courag

Ages 4–8