The Kissing Hand

by Audrey Penn (2007, Tanglewood Press, 9.95/with CD)
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When Chester the raccoon is reluctant to go to kindergarten, his mother teaches him a secret way to carry her love with him. This book will help any child who will be temporarily separated from home. The audio CD includes a reading and an original song. Color. Grades K-2. [8.5” x 10.5”...30 pages]

Who Will Go to School Today?

by Karl Ruhmann (2004, Michael Neugebauer Book, 6.95)
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One day Sam decides he does not want to go to school. He comes up with the idea of sending his stuffed monkey in his place. As he dresses the monkey in his own school clothes, tells him how to behave, and describes kindergarten, Sam realizes how bored he'll be at home. Sam decides that They will both go to school today. Whether it's first-day jitters or middle-of-term blahs, here's the perfect solution for children who don't want to go to school. Color. Grades PreK-2. [8.5” x 11”...32 pages]

My First Day of School

by P.K. Hallinan (1987, Ideals Publications, 5.95/hardback)
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Taking readers through a fun-filled school day, this book inspires confidence in first-time students, whether they're reluctant or enthusiastic. Light rhyming verse describe many things associated with that special first day. Multicultural illustrations. Color. Grades K-2. [8.5” x 11”...24 pages]

I Am Too Absolutely Small for School: A Charlie and Lola Book

by Lauren Child (2004, Candlewick Press, 6.99)
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Charlie and Lola are back for a new adventure—this time with Lola's invisible friend, Soren Lorenson—as the brother-and-sister duo tackle first-day-of-school jitters with their own special brand of energy and humor. Color. Grades K-3. [10” x 11”...32 pages]

Welcome to Kindergarten

by Anne Rockwell (2004, Walker, 6.95)
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Tim visits his future kindergarten classroom and learns what he will be doing during his first year of school.The classroom may look a little too big at first, but after finding out about all the fun ahead, it doesn't seem to big at all. Color. Grades Pre-K. [8.5” x 10.5”...32 pages]

Enrico Starts School

by Charlotte Middleton (2004, Dial Books, 14.99/hardback)
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Enrico can already ride a bike, chase mice, and make delicious sardine sandwiches. And he enjoys playing at home with his little brother, Chico. But now he faces a new challenge, starting school. It's hard to make friends at first, but with a helpful idea from Chico, Enrico discovers the very best way to met a new pal, just be yourself! Grades K-2. [10” x 11”...32 pages]

When Dinosaurs Go to School

by Linda Martin (1999, Chronicle Books, 6.95)
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What happens when dinosaurs go to school? After goodbye hugs and a quick bus ride, they spend the day playing and learning. They mix up squishy finger paints, practice playing tuba, munch prickly pizza, brave the dino-slide, and look forward to another day of school. Color. Grades K-1. [10” x 9”...32 pages]

Billy and the Big New School

by Laurence Anholt (1999, Whitman, 7.95)
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Billy is excited to be starting at a new school, but he feels funny inside, too. What if he gets lost, or doesn’t make any friends? He wonders if he’s like the little sparrow he found in his yard that couldn’t fly yet. But one morning, the bird and Billy are ready to go into the big world. Color. Grades K-2. [10.5” x 9.5”...32 pages]

First Day Jitters

by Julie Danneberg (2000, Whispering Coyote Press, 6.95)
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Sarah asks herself the usual first-day-at-a-new-school questions: Will they like me? Will I make friends? That is, until she builds up enough courage to face her fears and hit the halls. Everyone will relate to Sarah’s feelings and laugh out loud when they find that Sarah is the new teacher at the school. Color. Grades K-4. [8” x 10”...32 pages]

Froggy Goes to School

by Jonathan London (1996, Viking, 5.99)
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It's the first day of school and Froggy is more than a little nervous. When he tries to pour the milk on his breakfast bowl of flies, the carton falls out of his hands. Will he ever pull himself together in time to make it to the classroom? Color. Grades K-2. [9” x 7”...32 pages]

Thank You, Mr. Falker

by Patricia Polacco (1998, Philomel, 16.99/hardback)
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Overjoyed at the thought of starting school and learning to read, Trisha is dismayed when all the letters and numbers in her books are jumbled up. Only Mr. Falker, a stylish, fun-loving new teacher, recognizes her problem and takes the time to lead her to the magic of reading. Color. Grades K-5. [8.5” x 11”...40 pages]

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