Books Like Clyde Goes to School
Families who loved Clyde Goes to School by Keith Marantz often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Families who loved Clyde Goes to School by Keith Marantz often look for books with a similar feel. These 20 recommendations were selected for their similarity in style, theme, and reading level.
Reach for this book when your child is expressing first-day-of-school jitters or is stuck in a loop of what-if worries about a new environment. This gentle story follows Clyde, a lovable purple hippo, who is absolutely certain that school is not for him. By mirroring the common anxieties of preschool-aged children, the book validates their fears while providing a safe, fictional space to explore them. Clyde's journey from the safety of the car to the joy of the classroom is perfectly paced for the 3 to 5 year old demographic. Parents will appreciate how the story models a slow, respectful transition where the protagonist is allowed to feel nervous before finding his footing. It is an excellent choice for establishing a positive narrative around starting school and making new friends.
