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Back to School
Get ready to go back to school with these great books!
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The Day You Begin
2018 by Woodson, JacquelineGet this itemThe pictures in this gorgeous book work with the gentle text to convey nervousness, hope, uncertainty, enthusiasm, and ultimately the joy of belonging. Poignantly capturing what it’s like to be new and to feel different, it’s a great book for bigger kids who are moving to a new school or town, and it also works for brand-new kindergarteners.
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First Day Critter Jitters
2020 by John, JoryGet this itemThe first day of school can produce some really big feelings. A snake is worried about where his backpack will go. A sloth is concerned about being late to class. Even the teacher has some anxiety. This book lets us explore some of these feelings in a charming and funny way, while letting us know that everything will be okay.
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We Don't Eat Our Classmates!
2018 by Higgins, Ryan T.Get this itemThis is a great example of a picture book that takes a humorous approach to a new school year. Penelope is extremely nervous about the beginning of her first day of school. Things start out a little rocky, but once she realizes that she should treat her classmates the way she would like to be treated, friendship replaces fear and the school year takes a turn for the better.
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School's First Day of School
2016 by Rex, AdamGet this itemThe whole premise of this book is wonderful. Everyone gets the first-day-of-school jitters--even the building! This book gives us a new way to think about the way we use our spaces.
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Miss Nelson Is Missing!
1977 by Allard, HarryGet this itemThis perennial favorite offers an extremely creative (and hilarious!) solution to the problem of classroom management.
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Click, Clack, Quack to School!
2018 by Cronin, DoreenGet this itemWhat happens when you want to go to school, but you're not allowed? This very funny book explores acceptable behavior for school, and the element of disguise!
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I'm Your Bus
2009 by Singer, MarilynGet this itemThe rhyme scheme makes this book a delight to read aloud. It’s perfect for transportation lovers, and anyone excited about how you might get to school.
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This Is My Home, This Is My School
2015 by Bean, JonathanGet this itemIt’s really interesting to see some of the ways that learning at home is both different from and similar to going to a public school. This semi-autobiographical picture book gives us a peek inside the day of a homeschooled kid.
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The New Friend Fix
2022 by Torres, JenniferGet this itemChange isn't easy--especially for kids. This book does a great job reminding us that it's good to remember not to assume how someone else is feeling, because you never really know. Especially when you don’t know the person very well.
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Mr. Wolf's Class
2018 by Steinke, Aron NelsGet this itemThis charming graphic novel perfectly encapsulates a 4th-grade classroom in all of its wonderful, silly chaos. The pictures are bright and engaging, and kids will really be able to see themselves in the honest, lovable characters.
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David Dixon's Day as a Dachshund
2022 by Holmes, KathrynGet this itemShow and tell at school is always fun, but this one is magical! Easy fiction readers who like animal, friendship, humorous, or school stories will enjoy this one a lot. Included facts about dachshunds are an added bonus!
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Dear Student
2022 by Swartz, Elly D.Get this itemThis lovely middle-grade school story is a good reminder that not all questions have clear-cut answers, and sometimes that can be okay. In fact, it can help us learn and grow.
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School Days Around the World
2015 by Ruurs, MargrietGet this itemThis informational picture book shows what school is like for kids all over the world. From riding your family's scooter to school in the Pacific islands, to a forest school in Denmark, you can explore how kids learn in ways that are both different from and similar to your own.
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