School's First Day of School by Adam Rex J Pic Rex
It's the first day of school at Frederick Douglass Elementary and everyone's just a little bit nervous, especially . . . the school. Ever wondered what the school thinks about school? I mean the building. The place where your class is, the playground where you play? This book will give you a birds-eye view and understanding of how that place where you spend most of your day, really feels about the whole thing.
The Pigeon Has to Go to School by Mo Willems J PIC W
Pigeon has just learned that he has to start attending school. Surely, he doesn’t have to do that. After all, he already knows everything. Will there be math? There are too many letters! And Pigeon is not a morning bird. Will anything be able to change his mind?
You're Finally Here by Melanie Watt J PIC W
Hooray! You're finally here! But where were you? Bunny can't make up his mind here. At first he's ecstatic that you, the reader, has arrived. But then he can't help letting you know that waiting for you took too long, was way too boring! The bunny is ready to forgive everything if you will promise to stay.
All Are Welcome by Alexandra Penfold J PIC P
Follow a group of children through a day in their school, where everyone is welcomed with open arms. A school where kids in patkas, hijabs, and yamulkes play side-by-side with friends in baseball caps. A school where students grow and learn from each other's traditions and the whole community gathers to celebrate the Lunar New Year.
All Are Welcome lets young children know that no matter what, they have a place, they have a space, they are welcome in their school.
The King of Kindergarten by Derrick Barnes J PIC B
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
Early Readers
Peppa's School Day
There's a new student in Peppa's class! Her name is Emily Elephant. At first, Emily is very shy and quiet. Peppa helps her adjust to school and make new friends as they learn, play games, and of course, jump in muddy puddles!
Come Sit With Me: making friends on the buddy bench
When someone is feeling sad or lonely, it’s up to all of us to help him or her feel better! In this story, a group of kids is creating a buddy bench for the playground. But they can’t decide how to paint it. Read this book to find out what colorful solution they come up with. This picture book includes a backmatter section on the history of buddy benches, tips on being kind, and how to make your own buddy bench!
Mr. Monkey Visits a School
Curious George meets Mr. Bean in the second adorable new picture book series from author-illustrator Jeff Mack that follows the loveable Mr. Monkey on his wacky adventures. Mr. Monkey learns a trick. He can’t wait to put on a show! But first he has to find the school. What could possibly go wrong?
Amelia Bedelia Makes a Friend
When Amelia Bedelia’s neighbor and very best friend Jen moves away, Amelia Bedelia is sad. One day, a new neighbor moves in. But she isn’t anything at all like Jen. Or is she? Amelia Bedelia discovers that friends come in all shapes and sizes, in this Level 1 I Can Read book about friendship that is perfect for children learning to sound out words and sentences.