About This Book
In this charming picture book, Lola, the younger sister, expresses her profound anxieties about starting school, believing she is too small and that school is unnecessary. Her older brother, Charlie, patiently and imaginatively addresses each of her fears, transforming school into an exciting, fantastical place where she can learn about lions, drawing, and even space. It's a gentle, humorous, and highly relatable story that normalizes common first-day-of-school worries and models a supportive sibling relationship.
Discussion Prompts
1
What are some things Lola was worried about when thinking about school? Have you ever felt worried about something new?
2
How did Charlie help Lola feel better about school? What are some ways you can help a friend or sibling who is feeling worried?
3
What do you think Lola learned at school on her first day? What are you most excited to learn or do at school?
4
If you could tell Lola one thing before she went to school, what would it be?
5
What makes Charlie such a good big brother?
