Starting School
Whether your little one's entering preschool or kindergarten, these books can help ease worries and make the classroom a little more welcoming.
Annabelle Swift, Kindergartner by Amy Schwartz
Annabelle's older sister prepared her for everything on the first day of school — or did she? Learn more.
Barnaby Goes to School by Wendy Rouillard
Even though he can't bring his parents or dog along, Barnaby discovers that going to school doesn't mean he's alone. Learn more.
Chrysanthemum by Kevin Henkes
An unusually named mouse feels she doesn't fit in until a kindly teacher shows her why it's great to be different. Learn more.
Clifford Goes to Dog School by Norman Bridwell
The Big Red Dog discovers that it's more important to be yourself than the best. Learn more.
Clifford's First School Day by Norman Bridwell
When puppy Clifford starts preschool he finds some messy adventures. Learn more.
Corduroy Goes to School by Don Freeman
Prepare for preschool with a lift-the-flap tale starring a favorite bear.
Countdown to Kindergarten by Alison McGhee
Calm starting-school anxieties with this laugh-out-loud tale about a girl trying to "cram" for kindergarten.
David Goes to School by David Shannon
Mom finally gets some rest! But the poor teacher has to look out in this sequel to the Caldecott Award-winning No, David!
Don't Eat the Teacher by Nick Ward
Nibble away at first-day jitters with a humorous look at what NOT to do in school.
Froggy Goes to School by Jonathan London
The exuberant amphibian flubs his way through his first day of school — but has a fantastic time! Learn more.
I Love You All Day Long by Francesca Rusackas
School is a breeze when a mother's love is there to see you through it.
I See a Leaf by Grace Maccarone
Laugh at how first-day gifts to the teacher get a little out of control — then try activities that help strengthen school skills.
It's Time for School, Stinky Face by Lisa McCourt
See how a savvy mom responds to her son's increasingly silly "what ifs" about school.
Little Miss Spider at Sunny Patch School by David Kirk
Go bug-eyed for these eye-catching arachnid antics.
Little Rabbit Goes to School by Harry Horse
A beloved wooden toy runs amok on the first day of school. But will Little Rabbit want to leave it at home?
Meet the Barkers: Morgan & Moffat Go to School by Tomie dePaola
Discover two types of school success with this tale of two new-schoolers.
Miss Bindergarten Gets Ready for Kindergarten by Joseph Slate
Prepare for a new year with a rhyming romp starring animal schoolchildren from A to Z. Learn more.
Molly Rides the School Bus by Julie Brillhart
Bus rides with "big kids" are no big deal with the help of this expressive story.
My Name Is Yoon by Helen Recorvits
Artfully depicted, this story of a Korean immigrant's adjustment to school will resonate with all kids entering an unfamiliar place.
Penelope at School by Anne Gutman
Join Penelope on a wonderful day at school as she paints, plays, and meets new friends.
Stuart's Cape by Sara Pennypacker
What can take a world-class worrier's mind off his problems? How about a magic cape! Learn more.
This Is the Way We Go to School: A Book About Children Around the World by Edith Baer
Through sand and snow, by bus and bicycle, learn how kids travel to school in many different ways. Learn more.
Timothy Goes to School by Rosemary Wells
Navigate the social scene with a lovable creature who makes plenty of blunders trying to please his friends. Learn more.
Tiptoe Into Kindergarten by Jacqueline Rogers
Hunker down and find out how a curious girl investigates her older brother's kindergarten class.
Wemberly Worried by Kevin Henkes
Will a little worrywart find a friend in nursery school? Learn more.
11/21/06
