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Books to help children feel more confident and brave about starting kindergarten.
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Don't Eat the Teacher!
Nick Ward
For the child who gets a little too wiggly or enthusiastic when they are excited. Sammy the shark learns how to handle b
Ages 3–6
My First Word Book About School
Holly Bathie
Help your little one feel confident about their next big step with this colorful visual guide to the daily routines and
Ages 2–5
Countdown to the First Day of School
AnnMarie Harris
For the child feeling a mix of jitters and joy about starting school, this rhyming countdown builds positive anticipatio
Ages 3–6
Making Friends
Fred Rogers
For the child feeling nervous about meeting new people or learning to share. Mister Rogers gently explores the joys and
Ages 2–6
I'll Always Come Back!
Steve Metzger
For the child who feels nervous when saying goodbye at the classroom door, this gentle story provides the constant reass
Ages 2–5
Fiona's Little Accident
Rosemary Wells
For the child who is nervous about school or feels embarrassed by a bathroom accident, this gentle bunny story offers re
Ages 3–6
Sea Monster's First Day
Kate Messner
For the child who feels like they are too big, too loud, or just don't quite fit in. Discover how being unique is actual
Ages 3–6
A Day at School with The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Eric Carle
For the toddler or preschooler nervous about their first day in the classroom, this comforting board book turns school r
Ages 0–4
Ollie and Augustus
Gabriel Evans
For the child who worries about their loved ones while they are away at school, this gentle story follows Ollie as he pr
Ages 3–7
My Kindergarten
Rosemary Wells
For the child feeling nervous or excited about the classroom, this treasury transforms the big unknown of kindergarten i
Ages 4–6
The Rose Fairy Princess
Katharine Holabird
For the child who feels a mix of excitement and stage fright. Help your little one find the courage to try new things wh
Ages 4–7
Quiet on the Set!
Nancy Krulik
For the child who loves the spotlight or wonders what it's like to be a celebrity. A fun look at overcoming stage fright
Ages 6–9
Countdown to Summer: A Poem for Every Day of the School Year
J. Patrick Lewis
A daily dose of whimsy for the whole school year. From the first bus ride to the final bell, these 180 poems capture the
Ages 6–11
Spot Loves School
Eric Hill
For the toddler or preschooler feeling nervous about their first day of daycare or preschool. This interactive story sho
Ages 1–4
Wild School
Mairi Mackinnon
For the early learner who is nervous about what happens in a classroom, this silly animal story makes the idea of starti
Ages 4–6
Fall Is for School
Robert Neubecker
For the child who is feeling nervous or grumpy about summer ending, this high-energy book turns school jitters into autu
Ages 3–7
Let's Go to School
Sanrio
For the little one feeling those first-day jitters, this sweet guide shows how fun and friendly a day in the classroom c
Ages 4–6
School's First Day of School
Adam Rex
For the child feeling anxious about a new classroom. This clever story flips the script by showing that even the school
Ages 4–8
Almost Late to School And More School Poems
Carol Diggory Shields
For the elementary student who needs a laugh to shake off those morning nerves. This collection of poems turns school da
Ages 5–9
Herbie Jones Sails into Second Grade
Suzy Kline
For the child feeling nervous about new teachers and second grade expectations, this story follows Herbie as he navigate
Ages 6–9
John's Turn
Mac Barnett
For the child who feels nervous about sharing their unique passion with others, this gentle story celebrates the quiet c
Ages 4–8
The Tour at School
Katie Clapham
For the child who is nervous about a first day or the student tasked with being a buddy: a funny, warm guide to finding
Ages 4–8
Llama Llama Misses Mama
Anna Dewdney
For the child facing first day jitters or separation anxiety. This comforting story reminds little ones that while Mama
Ages 2–5
Dorrie and the Haunted Schoolhouse
Patricia Coombs
For the child navigating first-day jitters or school chaos, this charmingly spooky tale explores making mistakes and fin
Ages 6–10
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