We like finding books for all occasions and Back to School is no exception! So whether you’re happy, sad, excited or anxious about your little one heading off to school this year, here are some books to read with them to help get them (and you!) ready for the BIG day!
A Place Called Kindergarten by Jessica Harper
Tommy’s Animal friends miss him all day while he’s away but he has a great time explaining to them how much he learned while he was at this place called Kindergarten. A comforting depiction of a fun, exciting time that can also be a little scary.
What Did You do Today? By Toby Forward
A sweet way to show your child that while he/she is away that Mommy thinks of them throughout the day and wonders what they are doing while they’re at school.
Kindergarten Rocks! By Katie Davis
Dexter is Kindergartener-to-be and is scared. A great read to help ease the anxiety that comes with starting school for the first time.
Countdown to Kindergarten by Alison McGhee
A little girl counts down the days to kindergarten while being worried that she can’t tie her shoes.. The #1 rule of Kindergarten… in case you didn’t know!
Take a Kiss to School by Angela McAllister
A little apprehensive about the second day of school, Digby manages to make it through with the kisses his Mommy placed in his pocket. A great little idea for some extra encouragement to make it through some of those first days at their new school.
Do you have a favorite back to school read to share? We’d love to hear about it!
Great suggestions! I will file these away for next year. Sniff. Llama, Llama Misses Momma is also a great one for young kids starting a new school, whether preschool or kindergarten.