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FIRSTDAYOFSCHOOL
PSAND, R
RobSanders WeArea Class
An icebreaker and friend-maker, We Are a Class is an inclusive, aspirational story to be read aloud responsively, collectively, or as spoken-word performance. In rhyming verse, We Are a Class is a pledge, a commitment, a promise among the members of a single class and every class.
PREYN, A
FirstDayof SchoolStory
AlyssaReynosoMorris Gloriana, Presente:A
Enter the classroom in this joyful story of growth that will help new students find their voice. With Spanish words throughout the text, this radiant picture book is perfect for fans of Mango, Abuela, and Me.
PSOBE, J
FirstDay, Hooray!
JuneSobel
A back-to-school picture book about the importance of acknowledging your feelings and using them as tools for navigating new experiences. Inspired by the way teachers talk about emotional literacy with young children, this is the ideal book for any kid facing a big milestone, from the author of the bestselling The Goodnight Train.
PBAKE, L
LauraBaker Monstersat School
Fluffy monsters, scruffy monsters, monsters on their way. Rucksack monsters, turn-back monsters, off to school today! Children will love this superfun title packed with hilarious monsters on their first day of school!
RoseCobden Welcometo Unicorn School
Rocky is very excited. It's his first day of school and he just can't wait! But when he makes a mistake with his assignment, he starts to worry if he'll be allowed to stay. Once Rocky gains the confidence that comes from finding a new friend, he is able to face his fear together as they inspire each other to be brave. Join Rocky as he discovers the magc of friendship and teamwork.
It's Yeti's first day of school and there are so many new things to try! Maybe he can't do everything he wants to do perfectly just yet, but his supportive teacher and helpful classmates are there to remind him that he can always try again.
TheFirstWeek ofSchool
DrewBeckmeyer
An ensemble cast of characters in one classroom experiences the first week of school--including one unexpected visitor.
MaraHearsin Style PORCLEM, T
TerriClemmons
Mara is worried about what the students at her new school will think about her hearing aids, but as she explains about lip reading and sign language she makes two new friends.
María Mariposa PVALE, K
KarlaValenti
On her first day of school in the United States, a magical butterfly appears on Maria's windowsill, carrying memories of home and making her feel less lonely and more brave.
andtheFirst DayofSchool
ZoeWodarz
It's almost the first day of school for Archie and Pip, and both boys are nervous about the changes and new things that the school year will bring.
TheWorry-Worry Whaleandthe Classroom Jitters PDIES, D
DeborahDiesen
In this story, Willa overcomes her fear of getting called on in class. This cute, jauntily rhyming tale imparts a solid message: Try your best and be your fintastic self.
AnooshaSyed That'sNotMy Name! PSYED, A
TammiSalzano We’reGoingto School PSALZ, T
It's the first day of school! Children make their way to their classrooms and meet their teachers, and excitement fills the air as new friendships are formed and new activities are introduced.
When a kindergarten class arrives for the first day at school, they are greeted only by the words "Mr. S" on the chalkboard and a delicious-looking sandwich, resulting in merry mayhem as the kids wonder if the sandwich is their teacher.
Mirha is so excited for her first day of school! She can't wait to learn, play, and make new friends. But when her classmates mispronounce her name, she goes home wondering if she should find a new one.
JamelCarly Campbell Olu’s Teacher PCAMP, J
Olu is nervous about going to school for the first time. He knows his friends will be there, but he doesn't know what the teacher will be like.