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Books to help children feel more confident and brave about starting kindergarten.
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My Heart-Star Book
Bilyana Christalles
For children navigating big feelings like fear or sadness, this guide offers meditations and heart-centered tools to bui
Ages 5–11
The Terrible Suitcase
Emma Allen
For the child feeling anxious about their first day of school or feeling like they don't have the 'right' things to fit
Ages 4–8
Peter Goes to School
Wanda Rogers House
For the child feeling the push and pull of growing up, this tale explores the magic of childhood and the inevitable tran
Ages 4–8
Diary of a Fly
Doreen Cronin
For the child who feels small or unimportant, this playful diary shows how even the tiniest creature has big dreams and
Ages 4–8
Berenstain Bear's Stories
Stan Berenstain, Jan Berenstain
For the family navigating new milestones, from the first day of school to the first loose tooth, this collection offers
Ages 3–8
Learning to Swim
Pam Holden
For the child feeling nervous about their first dip in the pool, this gentle guide celebrates the small steps of learnin
Ages 4–6
Gabe's Walking to School Adventure
Danielle Mitchell
For the child preparing to navigate their neighborhood alone for the first time. This story helps kids understand how to
Ages 5–9
Catch the Bus
Jan Berenstain, Stan Berenstain
For the child who struggles with the morning rush, this rhythmic story helps families talk about the importance of being
Ages 3–6
The Breakaways
Cathy G. Johnson
Faith, a shy new middle schooler, reluctantly joins the C-team soccer Bloodhounds, a group more skilled at drama than sp
Ages 4–11
Amanda Panda Quits Kindergarten
Candice Ransom
For the child who feels overwhelmed by the new rules of the classroom or frustrated when school isn't exactly how they i
Ages 3–7
Bullying
Meg Gaertner
For the child who needs help understanding what to do when someone is being unkind or exclusionary at school.
Ages 5–8
Where's My Hug?
James Mayhew
For the child who needs a little extra reassurance when saying goodbye, this whimsical tale shows that a parent's love s
Ages 3–6
Marley's Christmas Pageant
John Grogan
For the child preparing for their first big stage performance, this playful story highlights how family and pets can tur
Ages 3–7
The Night Before Class Picture Day
Natasha Wing
For the child feeling nervous about looking their best, this story captures the excitement and jitters of preparing for
Ages 3–7
Billy and the Bully
Jupiter Kids
For the child learning to navigate playground dynamics and find their voice. This story helps kids recognize unfair beha
Ages 4–8
Bullying: Children and Adults
Terry Hitchcock
For families and communities looking to foster safety and kindness, this guide provides clear tools to identify, address
Ages 6–11
Late for School
Steve Martin
For the child who feels the morning rush or the pressure of the clock, this hilarious adventure turns the stress of bein
Ages 4–8
Kids Talk about Bullying
Carrie Finn
Help your little one navigate tricky playground dynamics and social challenges with this gentle guide to understanding a
Ages 5–9
Kindergarten, Here I Come!
David Steinberg
For the child who is feeling a mix of excitement and nerves about starting school. This playful journey through the year
Ages 3–6
Stop Picking on Me!
Pat Thomas
For the child navigating the playground or classroom who needs to understand what bullying is and how to handle it with
Ages 4–8
Fox at School
Edward Marshall
For the early reader who needs a laugh to ease those classroom jitters, follow the silly and relatable school-day blunde
Ages 5–8
I Don't Like to Read
Nancy Carlson
For the child who feels frustrated or embarrassed by reading struggles, this story offers a gentle hand and the reassura
Ages 4–8
Call Me Max
Kyle Lukoff
For the child who feels like their outside doesn't match their inside. Max navigates his first days of school while find
Ages 5–8
Busing Brewster
Richard Michelson
For the child who needs to find their courage when entering a new, intimidating environment where they might feel unwelc
Ages 6–10
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