What Are You Reading? Gymtime’s Back-to-School Book Picks
The Night Before Preschool by Natasha Wing
Starting preschool has its own challenges, and The Night Before Preschool perfectly captures the worries and excitements of being in a new situation. In the book, a little boy named Billy is so nervous he cannot seem to fall asleep. The friends he makes the next day at school give him an even greater reason not to sleep the next night: he is too excited about going back! The illustrations and rhyming text will leave your kids assured that preschool is a fun place to be.
I Am Too Absolutely Small for School by Lauren Child
The endearing siblings who first appeared in I Will Never Not Ever Eat a Tomato (Candlewick, 2000) return in this tale, as little sister, Lola, is not so sure about starting school. As usual, it is up to patient big brother, Charlie, to persuade Lola that school is worthwhile and that her invisible friend, Soren, will be welcome, too.
Little School by Beth Norling
Following 20 little ones through their busy day at nursery school, there is a lot to like about Little School. Help put your child’s fears at ease with warm illustrations and an insight into what the littlest learners may wonder and worry about starting school. Perfect for young children just starting out, this book explains it all, from bathroom breaks to playground fun, showing children and parents exactly what to expect.
Sam and Gram and the First Day of School by Dianne L. Blomberg
Sam and Gram offers parents a valuable tool for preparing a child for the milestone event of starting school. This fun story helps acquaint children with what they can expect as they start school and explore the wide range of feelings they may initially experience. A special section helps adults prepare children to greet the first day of school with enthusiasm and confidence.
What Did You Do Today? The First Day of School by Toby Forward
Told from a child’s point of view, this story is sure to quell those first-day-of-school jitters. Even though the story’s mother and son are apart for the day, they are never far from one another’s thoughts. From enjoying a morning snack to listening to stories, eating lunch and then getting ready to go home, their movements are similar. This day-in-the-life tale is a perfect introduction to the school experience.
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