The first day of school for your young one can be daunting. They are going to be away from their home, away from parents and out of their comfort zone.
They will be surrounded by strangers and that can be scary for them. Or your kids may be heading to first grade or second grade and can be nervous about the new school year. They will be introduced to new subjects, and new teachers, and new classmates!
Everything is going to change for them and they are bound to feel a little scared.
You can ease their fears by giving them a book that reflects their fears and apprehensions, and puts them all at ease.
Kids need to feel that what they are feeling isn’t unusual and that there are other kids out there with the same nervousness and fears.
Here are the Top 10 Children Books to get them school ready:
1)How to Get Your Teacher Ready by Jean Reagan and Lee Wildish
Not only kids but even teachers need to get ready for the new school year. Won’t it be sweet if the kids could offer some advice to their teachers as well? Every little bit helps.
Your children will certainly enjoy this book as they will learn to be kind and helpful towards their teachers.
2) The Night Before Kindergarten by Natasha Wing
Illustrated by Julie Durrell, this book is about the children dreaming about the school the next day. Will their school day be exciting? Will the teacher be nice? Will they get to play?
Just what is in store for them on the first day of kindergarten? Hopefully, they didn’t forget their school supplies.
3)First Day Jitters by Julie Danneberg and illustrated by Judy Love
School day can be unnerving for many children and can give them the jitters. This book will be just the helpful guide kids need. Kids will learn that everyone gets the jitters and it is absolutely fine that what they are feeling is valid. This book is currently celebrating its 20th Anniversary.
At the end of the book, the kid will be rewarded with a certificate of courage.
4)The Best Seat in First Grade by Katharine Kenah and Abby Carter
Sam is a first grade student who has some exciting news to share. While his classmates are talking about what they did during the summer, Sam claims that his elephant had a baby. But does Sam even have an elephant?
Children will enjoy reading this book and find out just how Sam spent his summer vacations.
5)My First Day of Preschool by Louise Martin and illustrated by Joanne Partis
Get your kids ready for their very first day of school with the perfect gift to calm their jitters. My First Day of Preschool can be the best way for parents, grandparents, aunt or uncle, to show that they love the child and are rooting for them as they embark on a new adventure.
Kids will find the story of a Bunny who starts preschool, immersive and relatable. It is natural to feel shy and even nervous but this book can help children ease into their first day of school.
6) Curious George’s First Day of School by Margaret and H.A. Rey
Curious George has always been up to mischief but will he behave on his first day of school?
Yes, Curious George is headed to school but not as a student but helper to Mr Apple. He is the perfect assistant and helps the children a lot, especially by helping them hold books and reminding them to eat healthy snacks during recess. But it isn’t long before Curious George makes his usual mischief.
Kids will love reading about Curious George and his adventures in school.
7) Off to School by Lillian Jane and illustrated by Ernie Kwiat and Joe Mathieu
Elmo is off to school but like every kid, he too is nervous. It is up to the reader to help Elmo calm down and help him get ready for school. The book will allow kids to interact with Elmo through instructions. Kids will be told to tap on cereal boxes, exercise with him and even rub his tummy. This is one book that will entertain the kids as well as give them ideas on how to get over the nervousness that comes with the first day of school.
8) The Night before Second Grade by Natasha Wing
It’s not only the preschoolers and first graders but also the second graders that often feel nervous at the prospect of starting a new year with a brand new teacher.
In The Night Before Second Grade, a young boy is getting ready to start second grade. He had an interesting summer where he played with his friends, went to the pool and read so many books. He is excited about starting school because now he may get to read books with chapters and long poems. But he is also a little worried. What if his first day is second grade is not what he expects it to be?
There may be even a little surprise in the story that the readers may not see coming.
9) Llama Llama Misses Mama by Anna Dewdney
The first day of school means strange new faces, new kids and new toys. New kids might find all of this scary and on top of it all, they are separated from their parents, even if it is for a little while.
Llama Llama is a little scared to go to school but his mother is there with him and he thinks he can manage his first day. But then she leaves and Llama Llama is afraid she won’t come back. And now he is all alone in this new place. Luckily, his classmates are there to help him find just how lovely and fun school can be.
10) My First Day of Kindergarten Activity Book by Sarah Chesworth
It’s almost time to go to school and kids will experience a completely new environment. They will meet new people and learn new things. An activity, or rather some fun games, can help kids get comfortable and teach them what to expect.
This fun activity book will not only entertain the kids, but also help them with their kindergarten skills. Kids will enjoy doing puzzles and learn new things while also get tips on how to make friends and identify feelings.
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