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Back to School, Backpack! by ISBN: 9780316628341Publication Date: 2023-07-11In this hilarious yet reassuring back-to-school picture book, a backpack deals with first-day-of-school nerves and feeling out of place. Filled with crowded hallways, lonely cafeteria tables, toilet stalls, and existential angst, this book will have kids braving classrooms with a smile (and maybe taking better care of their trusty backpacks...).
Rain School by ISBN: 9780547243078Publication Date: 2010-10-25It is the first day of school in Chad, Africa. and children are filling the road. But when Thomas and the other children arrive at the schoolyard, they find no classroom, no desks. Just a teacher. "We will build our school," she says. "This is our first lesson."
Cameron Goes to School by ISBN: 9781643438665Publication Date: 2020-03-27Cameron will soon be starting kindergarten and her whole family is nervous. How will they manage without her when she goes off to school? This sweet and funny story starring a girl with autism will help all kids-and their families-face the great big wonderful change that is school.
A New School Year by ISBN: 9781580897303Publication Date: 2017-06-27In a unique narrative, readers meet a diverse group of six children ranging in age from Kindergarten through fifth grade. With nerves and excitement, each child gears up for a new school year by hustling in the morning, meeting new teachers and new classmates during the day, and heading home with homework and relief by day's end.
Charlie Goes to School by ISBN: 9780062219206Publication Date: 2013-06-25Charlie the Ranch Dog may be top dog, but he's ready to share his skills--and his responsibilities. Charlie wants to start his own school for the ranch animals. If Suzie, Kitty, and Walter can learn how to lend a paw, he can focus on other important things, like napping!
School's First Day of School by ISBN: 9781596439641Publication Date: 2016-06-28It's the first day of school at Frederick Douglass Elementary and everyone's just a little bit nervous, especially the school itself. What will the children do once they come? Will they like the school? Will they be nice to him? The school has a rough start, but as the day goes on, he soon recovers when he sees that he's not the only one going through first-day jitters.
Danbi Leads the School Parade by ISBN: 9780451478894Publication Date: 2020-07-07Meet Danbi, the new girl at school! Danbi is thrilled to start her new school in America. But a bit nervous too, for when she walks into the classroom, everything goes quiet. Everyone stares. Danbi wants to join in the dances and the games, but she doesn't know the rules and just can't get anything right. Luckily, she isn't one to give up. With a spark of imagination, she makes up a new game and leads her classmates on a parade to remember!
Nana Akua Goes to School by ISBN: 9780525581130Publication Date: 2020-06-16It is Grandparents Day at Zura's elementary school, and the students are excited to introduce their grandparents and share what makes them special. Aleja's grandfather is a fisherman. Bisou's grandmother is a dentist. But Zura's Nana, who is her favorite person in the world, looks a little different from other grandmas. Worried that her classmates will be scared of Nana--or worse, make fun of her--Zura is hesitant to bring her to school. Nana Akua knows what to do, though. With a quilt of traditional African symbols and a bit of face paint, Nana Akua is able to explain what makes her special, and to make all of Zura's classmates feel special, too.
I Am NOT Going to School Today! by ISBN: 0689839138Publication Date: 2003-07-01A little boy decides to skip his very first day of school, because on the first day one doesn't know anything, but on the second, one knows everything.
I Am Too Absolutely Small for School by ISBN: 9780763628871Publication Date: 2005-08-09Lola is not so sure about school. After all, why would she need to count higher than ten when she never eats more than ten cookies at a time? Once again, it's up to ever-patient big brother Charlie to persuade Lola that school is worthwhile -- and that her invisible friend, Soren Lorensen, will be welcome, too.
The Pigeon HAS to Go to School! by ISBN: 9781368046459Publication Date: 2019-07-02Why does the Pigeon have to go to school? He already knows everything! And what if he doesn't like it? What if the teacher doesn't like him? What if he learns TOO MUCH!?! Ask not for whom the school bell rings; it rings for the Pigeon!
The Day You Begin by ISBN: 9780399246531Publication Date: 2018-08-28Other students laugh when Rigoberto, an immigrant from Venezuela, introduces himself but later, he meets Angelina and discovers that he is not the only one who feels like an outsider. There will be times when you walk into a room and no one there is quite like you. There are lots of reasons to feel different. Whatever it is, it's not easy to take those first steps into a place where nobody knows you, but somehow you do it. The authors remind us that sometimes, when we reach out and begin to share our story, others will be happy to meet us halfway.
Benji, the Bad Day and Me by ISBN: 9781620143452Publication Date: 2018-10-09Sammy is having the absolute rottenest, worst day ever. His little brother, Benji, knows exactly what that's like. Nothing seems to be going right for Sammy today. At school, he got in trouble for kicking a fence, then the cafeteria ran out of pizza for lunch. After he walks home in the pouring rain, he finds his autistic little brother Benji is having a bad day too. On days like this, Benji has a special play-box where he goes to feel cozy and safe. Sammy doesn't have a special place, and he's convinced no one cares how he feels or even notices him. But somebody is noticing, and may just have an idea on how to help Sammy feel better.
Planet Kindergarten by ISBN: 9781452118932Publication Date: 2014-05-20Planet Kindergarten. Suit up for a daring adventure as our hero navigates the unknown reaches and alien inhabitants of this strange new world. Hilarious and confidence-boosting, this exciting story will have new kindergarteners ready for liftoff!
Too Shy to Say Hi by ISBN: 9781433831584Publication Date: 2021-03-01Shelli used to be pretty content in her little world, thinking that her pet friends with feathers, fins, and fur were enough. Her bird would keep her company at home, her fish would hideaway in his cave, and her dog was the social butterfly of the neighborhood. But now, Shelli is determined to try to make friends with kids at school. Includes a Note to Parents and Caregivers by Elizabeth McCallum, PhD, with more information about shyness and social anxiety.
Running Shoes by ISBN: 9781580891752Publication Date: 2008-02-01Sophy, a determined young girl living in an impoverished Cambodian village, fulfills her dream of going to school--with the help of a pair of running shoes.
El Cucuy Is Scared, Too! by ISBN: 9781419744457Publication Date: 2021-07-13Ramón is a little boy who can't sleep. He is nervous for his first day at a new school. And El Cucuy is the monster who lives in Ramón's cactus pot. He can't sleep, either. It turns out that El Cucuy is scared, too!
Calvin by ISBN: 9780593108673Publication Date: 2021-11-09In this joyful and impactful picture book, a transgender boy prepares for the first day of school and introduces himself to his family and friends for the first time. Calvin has always been a boy, even if the world sees him as a girl. He knows who he is in his heart and in his mind but he hasn't yet told his family. Finally, he can wait no longer- "I'm not a girl," he tells his family. "I'm a boy--a boy in my heart and in my brain." As the first day of school approaches, he's nervous and the "what-ifs" gather up inside him. But as his family, friends, and teachers rally around him and he tells them his name, all his "what-ifs" begin to melt away.
Best Buddies by ISBN: 9781684461431Publication Date: 2021-08-15Best Buddies introduces a boy-and-dog duo who are BEST FRIENDS and who do EVERYTHING together! So how will they manage being apart when the boy heads to school for the first time? Find out how a clever boy with Down syndrome and his loyal pet find the perfect way to feel close even when they can't be together. A sweet, inspiring story that will ease concerns about the first day of school and other big changes for kids.
Yenebi's Drive to School by ISBN: 9781797216294Publication Date: 2023-06-27A note about seat belts: When we waited in line, we didn't usually wear our seat belts, since the line was so slow and we were in a controlled environment. We would, however, wear them on the drive to the border and school. Safety is important. Please always wear a seat belt when in a moving vehicle." Text in English with some Spanish words and phrases.
Becoming Vanessa by ISBN: 9780525582120Publication Date: 2021-06-15On Vanessa's first day of school, her parents tell her it will be easy to make friends. Vanessa isn't so sure. She wears her fanciest outfit so her new classmates will notice her right away. They notice, but the attention isn't what she'd hoped for. As the day goes on, she feels more self-conscious. Her clothes are too bright, her feather boa has way too many feathers, and even her name is too hard to write. The next day, she picks out a plain outfit, and tells her mom that her name is too long. She just wants to blend in, with a simple name like the other girls. But when her mother tells her the meaning behind her name, it gives her the confidence she needs to introduce her classmates to the real Vanessa.
Gibberish by ISBN: 9781646141104Publication Date: 2022-03-01It's Dat's first day of school in a new country! Dat and his Mah made a long journey to get here, and Dat doesn't know the language. To Dat, everything everybody says -- from the school bus driver to his new classmates -- sounds like gibberish. How is Dat going to make new friends if they can't understand each other? Luckily there's a friendly girl in Dat's class who knows that there are other ways to communicate, besides just talking. Could she help make sense of the gibberish?
The King of Kindergarten by ISBN: 9781524740740Publication Date: 2019-07-02The morning sun blares through your window like a million brass trumpets. It sits and shines behind your head--like a crown. Mommy says that today, you are going to be the King of Kindergarten! Starting kindergarten is a big milestone--and the hero of this story is ready to make his mark! He's dressed himself, eaten a pile of pancakes, and can't wait to be part of a whole new kingdom of kids. The day will be jam-packed, but he's up to the challenge, taking new experiences in stride with his infectious enthusiasm!
If I Built a School by ISBN: 9780525552918Publication Date: 2019-08-13In this exuberant companion to If I Built a Car, a boy fantasizes about his dream school--from classroom to cafeteria to library to playground. My school will amaze you. My school will astound. By far the most fabulous school to be found! Perfectly planned and impeccably clean. On a scale, 1 to 10, it's more like 15! And learning is fun in a place that's fun, too.
When a Dragon Goes to School by ISBN: 9781433836985Publication Date: 2021-08-01Follow the dragon's lead as kids headed to class explore school manners. When a dragon goes to school, will she throw crayons and refuse to share the toys? Why, no! Dragons don't do that! While behaving well at school isn't always easy, this dragon makes it fun.
The Best Seat in First Grade by ISBN: 9780062686459Publication Date: 2020-06-23On the first day of first grade, Sam is excited to share his news with the class. While some kids report losing a tooth or going to soccer camp, Sam tells the class that his elephant had a baby. "No way!" cry his classmates. "No one has an elephant." Will Sam be able to convince his classmates that he's telling the truth.
One Funny Day by ISBN: 9780803730854Publication Date: 2009-03-05Wagner has been fooled by just about everyone this April Fools' Day--his best friend Pearl, his teacher, and even the librarian. Tired of being on the receiving end of all the pranks, Wagner is determined to have the last laugh.
Max and Mo's 100th Day of School! by ISBN: 9781534463257Publication Date: 2020-11-17A Level 1 Ready-to-Read starring the adorable hamsters, Max and Mo. Join them as they celebrate the 100th day of school! It's the 100th day of school, and Max and Mo can't wait to celebrate. The hamsters have so much fun making festive crowns and practicing their counting skills by making necklaces with 100 beads! Follow along with Max and Mo using simple instructions at the back of the book for kids to make a fun activity and play a game celebrating the 100th day of school!
School Trip by ISBN: 9780062885548Publication Date: 2023-04-04The gang from Riverdale Academy Day is heading to Paris, for an international education like you've never seen before. As an aspiring artist himself, Jordan can't wait to see all the amazing art in the famous City of Lights. But when their trusted faculty guides are replaced at the last minute, the school trip takes an unexpected--and hilarious--turn. Especially when trying to find their way around a foreign city ends up being almost as tricky as navigating the same friendships, fears, and differences that they struggle with at home.
All's Faire in Middle School by ISBN: 9780525429982Publication Date: 2017-09-05Eleven-year-old Imogene (Impy) has grown up with two parents working at the Renaissance Faire, and she's eager to begin her own training as a squire. First, though, she'll need to prove her bravery. Luckily Impy has just the quest in mind-she'll go to public school after a life of being homeschooled! But it's not easy to act like a noble knight-in-training in middle school. Impy falls in with a group of girls who seem really nice (until they don't) and starts to be embarrassed of her thrift shop apparel, her family's unusual lifestyle, and their small, messy apartment. Impy has always thought of herself as a heroic knight, but when she does something really mean in order to fit in, she begins to wonder whether she might be more of a dragon after all.
Eerie Tales from the School of Screams by ISBN: 9781250195043Publication Date: 2023-07-18School is tough. School is scary. School is EERIE. No one knows this better than Davis and Emily. But they're not scared of school because of tough tests or merciless vice-principals. No, they're scared because their teacher wants her students to present the class with the spookiest, most chilling stories they can think of. Lock the doors, turn on all the lights, and arm yourself with candy-- you'll need all the help you can get to face these nightmares.
School for Sidekicks by ISBN: 9781250039262Publication Date: 2015-08-04Evan Quick has spent his whole life dreaming of becoming a hero. Every morning he wakes up and runs through a checklist of tests to see if he's developed powers over night, and every day it is the same thing - nothing. He's finally ready to give up. But then, the class field trip to the Mask Museum is interrupted by a super villain attack, and Evan somehow manages to survive a death ray. Even better, Evan's favorite Mask, Captain Commanding, shows up to save them all -- and when things go very wrong, it's Evan who finds the strength to come to Captain Commanding's rescue. Then Evan is bundled away to The Academy, an institution derisively called The School for Sidekicks. Forced to take classes like Banter Basics and Combat with Dinnerware, while being assigned as an 'apprentice' to Foxman, Evan starts to worry that he'll never be able to save the day...
Dr. Critchlore's School for Minions by ISBN: 9781419713705Publication Date: 2015-03-17Welcome to Dr. Critchlore's School for Minions, the premier trainer of minions for Evil Overlords everywhere. No student is prouder to be at Dr. Critchlore's than Runt Higgins, a twelve-year-old werewolf. (At least he thinks he's twelve. He was abandoned at the school as a baby, so he can't say for sure.) Runt loves everything about Dr. Critchlore's. He loves his classes. He loves his friends. And he loves his foster family, who took him in when his wolf pack couldn't. But not everyone loves Dr. Critchlore's as much as Runt. After a series of disasters, each worse than the next, it's clear that someone is trying to shut the school down. It's up to Runt, who knows the place better than anybody, to figure out who's behind the attacks . . . and to save his home, and Dr. Critchlore himself, from total destruction.
Why I Was Late for School Again by ISBN: 9781939547781Publication Date: 2021-08-03Danny is always late for school. If he's not stopped by pirates, then zombies chase him. He escapes from trolls only to be cornered by gruff billy goats. Good thing Danny has a quick imagination. He may be late for school, but he does get there! From one ridiculous adventure to the next, readers cheer on Danny as he faces the most extraordinary situations until all of his newfound friends come to school with him. When zombies meet teachers, you can bet there will be a hilarious ending.
The School's on Fire! by ISBN: 9780912777627Publication Date: 2018-10-02Written for the 60th anniversary of the blaze that changed American fire laws, The School's on Fire!, follows the path of the December 1958 fire that killed 92 kids and 3 teachers at Chicago's Our Lady of the Angels School. Recounted in a fast-paced, blow-by-blow, classroom-by-classroom narrative, the tragedy is made accessible by focusing on the survivors' stories of courage, quick thinking, and luck. Author Rebecca C. Jones draws heavily from interviews with those who were there and includes compelling historic photos of the tragedy.
