FOR CHILDREN
Benny the Brave in The First Day Jitters by Julie Anne Penn
First day? New School? New experience? Feeling scared? Benny the Brave is here to help! Meet Sarah. She’s about to start a new school that’s on a distant planet. She doesn’t have any friends yet. Her teacher may or may not be a swamp creature. And worse, lunch looks like it’s wriggling, slimy and alive! But just before the school bus arrives, Team Supercrew’s Benny the Brave comes to the rescue. (Ages 2-4)
Daniel Goes to School by Becky Friedman
Daniel Tiger is excited to go to school, but he’s not happy that his dad can’t stay at school with him. Daniel learns that “grown-ups come back” and has lots of fun with his teacher and classmates in this sweet 8×8 storybook that will ring true for children just starting school. (Ages 2-4)
I Like To Be Kind: Children’s Book About Kindness for Preschool by Aleks Harrison
An inspiring story about how good deeds bring joy and make us happy. Max does not understand why you need to help others. But an inspiring example changes the boy’s idea of kindness. This is a fun and cheerful story that inspires children to do good deeds. After reading this charming story, the child will learn what kindness is and how any kind act, big or small, can make us happier. (Ages 2-4)
Maisy Goes to Preschool by Karen Katz
Preschool for Maisy means a day filled with friends and things to do, from the time she hangs her coat on a special peg to the time she says good-bye. There’s painting and snack time, stories and nap time (and a bathroom break in between). Soon everyone’s ready to haul out the instruments and make some noise, then head outside for a turn at the sandbox or slide. In a bright, full-size storybook full of familiar scenes, this child-friendly look at a day in the life of a preschooler is one that newcomers and seasoned pros alike will be happy to share. (Ages 2-4)
Rosie Goes to Preschool by Karen Katz
It’s the first day of preschool and the narrator, Rosie, knows everything a new preschooler needs to know. Rosie introduces the reader to her cubby, her teacher, her reading circle, her music class, her snack table, and so on. With gentle reassuring language and using her signature bright artwork, Rosie Goes to Preschool will surely be a hit. (Ages 2-4)
FOR PARENTS
My Preschool Workbook: 101 Games & Activities that Prepare Your Child for School by Brittany Lynch
Bursting with interactive lessons, this standout among preschool workbooks makes learning fun. From connecting dots and matching pictures to following paths and tracing shapes, this preschool activity book helps kids build the skill they’ll need as they begin school. Includes exercises that teach children colors, letters, shapes, numbers, and words.
The Starting School Book: How to choose, prepare for and settle your child at school by Sarah Ockwell-Smith
The Starting School Book is a reassuring and practical guide for parents of school-age children. Sarah Ockwell-Smith provides clear and helpful advice for each stage of the process, whether your are just beginning to think about your child’s education, applying for a school place, preparing your child for starting at the school you have chosen, or your child has already started school and you would like to help smooth the transition.
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