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Books to help children feel more confident and brave about starting kindergarten.
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This Book Is Not Garbage: 50 Ways to Ditch Plastic, Reduce Trash, and Save the World!
Isabel Thomas
For the child who feels nervous about starting a new activity or worries about making mistakes. This story provides gent
Ages 5–8
Second Grade Holdout
Audrey Vernick
For the child who loved their first-grade teacher and feels anxious about the unknown challenges of a new school year.
Ages 4–8
Scarlet's Tale
Audrey Vernick
For the child who feels like their unique traits are a little too visible. A sweet, whimsical story about embracing phys
Ages 4–8
Jack's Worry
Sam Zuppardi
For the child feeling overwhelmed by nerves before a big event. This gentle story personifies anxiety as a literal blue
Ages 4–8
Onstage Jitters
Dorothy H. Price
For the child who feels butterflies before a big moment, this story offers a relatable look at managing stage fright and
Ages 6–9
Barney and Baby Bop Go to School
Mark S. Bernthal
For the preschooler feeling nervous about their first day, join Barney and Baby Bop as they discover the fun, friendship
Ages 2–5
Every Cowgirl Goes to School
Rebecca Janni
For the child feeling protective of their favorite seat or their best friend. Nellie Sue brings her cowgirl spirit to th
Ages 4–8
Basketball Camp Go-Getter
Dionna L. Mann
For the child who loves the game but feels held back by nerves, Bo's journey at basketball camp offers a gentle roadmap
Ages 6–9
Choo-Choo School
Amy Krouse Rosenthal
For the train-loving child feeling a little nervous about their first day, this playful story turns school routines into
Ages 2–5
Time for School
Jared Kostka
For the early learner preparing for the transition from home to the classroom. This simple sequence helps children visua
Ages 4–6
Cam Jansen and the First Day of School Mystery
David A. Adler
For the child who feels first-day-of-school nerves, Cam Jansen offers a familiar and fun distraction while modeling shar
Ages 6–9
Is Your Buffalo Ready for Kindergarten?
Audrey Vernick
For the child feeling like they don't quite fit the mold, this silly story proves that everyone, even a buffalo, can fin
Ages 4–7
Back to School!
Nancy Rose
For the child who feels nervous about the unknown of a new classroom, these tiny squirrels show that getting ready for s
Ages 3–7
The Terrible Troublesome Troll
Nick Ward
For the child who feels anxious about school or intimidated by a neighborhood bully. A clever boy and his tiny friend us
Ages 4–7
Franklin's New Friend
Paulette Bourgeois
For the child who feels nervous about a new classmate who seems different or intimidating. Help them see past first impr
Ages 3–7
Sorry, Grown-Ups, You Can't Go to School!
Christina Geist
For the child feeling nervous about the first day of school, this silly role reversal turns the classroom into an exclus
Ages 3–7
Marco Goes to School
Roz Chast
For the child with big expectations for their first day. Help your little one navigate school nerves and find the joy in
Ages 4–8
My Teacher Is a Monster! (No, I Am Not.)
Peter Brown
For the child who thinks their teacher is out to get them. This clever story helps kids see the human side of authority
Ages 4–8
Dear Teacher
Amy Husband
For the child feeling nervous about a new classroom, these imaginative letters turn first-day jitters into a wild advent
Ages 4–8
Monster School
Kate Coombs
For the child who feels like a bit of an outlier at school, these funny poems show that every student (even a zombie!) d
Ages 4–8
Dinofours: It's Class Trip Day
Steve Metzger
For the preschooler who feels nervous about leaving the comfort of the classroom for a field trip or new experience.
Ages 3–6
When Dinosaurs Go to School
Linda Martin
For the child feeling nervous about their first classroom experience, these friendly dinosaurs show that school is a pla
Ages 3–6
It's Time for School
Steve Metzger
For the preschooler facing the jitters of their very first day away from home. Albert the dinosaur helps little ones see
Ages 3–5
Fairy's First Day of School
Bridget Heos
For the child who is nervous about starting preschool: this magical take on first-day milestones uses a fairy's adventur
Ages 3–6
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