All Are Welcome
by Alexandra Penfold
Illustrations and simple, rhyming text introduce a school where diversity is celebrated and songs, stories, and talents are shared.
I Got the School Spirit
by Connie Schofield-Morrison
As a new school year begins, a young girl is filled with school spirit as she zips her book bag shut, rides the bus, enjoys her classes, and eagerly anticipates the next day.
My First Day
by Leilani Sparrow
Get ready to go, it’s the first day of school! Follow one little boy as he experiences all the firsts a first day of school brings, from his first story to his first friend, in this sweet reassuring picture book.
It's Your First Day of School, Busy Bus!
by Jody Jensen Shaffer
Today is the very first day of school! Busy Bus is excited, but he also has some first-day jitters. Luckily, bus driver Ben knows just what to do to make sure that the school year gets off to a great start.
First Grade, Here I Come
by Nancy Carlson
Henry tells his mother that he did not like his first day of first grade, but as he describes what he did and learned, he begins to realize that he might enjoy it after all.
Wow! School!
by Robert Neubecker
Izzy finds many things to be excited about on the first day of school.
Mouse’s First Day of School
by Lauren Thompson
When he goes to school, Mouse finds a world of new objects and new friends.
Hello School!
by Priscilla Burris
A diverse class of excited youngsters are about to start school and experience all its wonders! Small moments like discovering one’s own cubby space and big moments like a first nature walk are all brought to life with inviting artwork.
Lola Goes to School
by Anna McQuinn
Lola meets new friends and tries many new things on her fun but exhausting first day of school.
The Night Before Preschool
by Natasha Wing
In rhyming text based on “The Night Before Christmas, ” Billy is too nervous to sleep the night before he begins preschool, but a kind teacher and new friends fill the day with fun.
Monsters Love School
by Mike Austen
Nervous monsters attending school for the first time learn new things, make friends, and sample Chef Octi’s special School Gruel.
The King of Kindergarten
by Derrick Barnes
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! And afterward, he can’t wait to tell his proud parents all about his achievements–and then wake up to start another day.
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