Books Like Tom Goes to Kindergarten
Families who loved Tom Goes to Kindergarten by Margaret Wild 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 Tom Goes to Kindergarten by Margaret Wild 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 the upcoming first day of school feels like a daunting mountain for your child, or when you are feeling a little sentimental about them growing up. This charming story follows Tom, a young panda, as he heads to kindergarten with his very enthusiastic parents and younger sister in tow. Instead of a tearful goodbye, the family ends up staying to play, highlighting how the transition to school is a shared family milestone. Wild captures the humor and heart of this life transition with a gentle touch. It is perfect for preschoolers and rising kindergarteners who need to see that school is a place of joy rather than a place of separation. It serves as a beautiful reminder that while your child is becoming more independent, the family bond remains their primary safety net.
