Must-Have Books for Back-to-School
Each year, I look forward to pulling out my back-to-school books to help prepare us for the new school year. We read these books to help ease the back-to-school jitters, and then we reread them during the first few weeks of school, too! Here are some of my favorites:
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Pete the Cat: Rocking in My School Shoes by James Dean: Pete the Cat confidently explores his school in his new shoes, showing that school can be a fun adventure. Themes: Confidence, Exploration, Fun |
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Miss Bindergarten Gets Ready for Kindergarten by Joseph Slate: Miss Bindergarten prepares her classroom for the first day of kindergarten, making it a welcoming place for her students. Themes: Preparation, Excitement, Community |
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The Night Before Kindergarten by Natasha Wing: Kids prepare for their first day of kindergarten, feeling both excited and nervous about the new adventure. Themes: Anticipation, Reassurance, New Beginnings |
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The Kissing Hand by Audrey Penn: Chester Raccoon finds comfort in a kiss from his mother, which helps him feel secure on his first day of school. Themes: Comfort, Love, Separation Anxiety |
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Our Class is a Family by Shannon Olsen: This book emphasizes that a classroom is a community where everyone belongs and supports each other. Themes: Belonging, Support, Family |
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All Are Welcome by Alexandra Penfold: Children of diverse backgrounds come together to learn and play in an inclusive school environment. Themes: Diversity, Inclusion, Unity |
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The Day You Begin by Jacqueline Woodson: Kids learn to share their unique stories and embrace what makes them different. Themes: Acceptance, Courage, Empathy |
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The Queen of Kindergarten by Derrick Barnes: MJ starts kindergarten with confidence, feeling empowered and ready for her new role. Themes: Confidence, Empowerment, Enthusiasm |
All the books are linked here for you! Have a family member or friend sending their child to school for the first time? Send them one of these books to brighten their day and help with the transition! I’m always looking for new books, so comment your favorites for me to check out!
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