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School Feelings
August 2026 |
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I Am Not Happy!
by Caroline L. Perry
An adorable quokka is not as happy as they look.
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Fish Don't Go to School
by Deb Pilutti
Henry loves the way he feels in his sparkly fish costume. He wears it everywhere he goes: to the grocery store, at the dinner table, and even when taking his fish, Marigold, for a walk. On his first day of school, Henry is feeling anxious. He wishes he could take Marigold with him, but his mom says fish don't go to school.
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María Mariposa
by Karla Arenas Valenti
On her first day of school in the United States, a magical butterfly appears on Maria's windowsill, carrying memories of home and making her feel less lonely and more brave.
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Llama Llama Misses Mama
by Anna Dewdney
It's Llama Llama's first day of preschool, and Mama Llama helps to make sure he is ready. Together they meet the teachers, see other children, and look at all the books and games. But then it's time for Mama Llama to leave for work, and suddenly, Llama Llama isn't as excited for the rest of his school day. Will Mama Llama come back?
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Are You Mad at Me?
by Tyler Feder
A very nervous ostrich pushes past her anxiety in this funny, endearing picture book by the author/illustrator of Bodies Are Cool (co-written with her sister). When Opal the ostrich is anxious, her neck feels as wobbly as a spaghetti noodle. Her family lovingly calls this The Noodles, and tries their best to help. But it's not easy to calm down when you're a worrier like Opal--especially when you're worrying about somebody else's opinion of you.
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I Am Ready for School!: A Book About Transitions
by Stephen Krensky
I fit just right in every chair. With toys and books for me to share. Reassuring rhyming text introduces preschoolers to their first day of school, where a welcoming teacher, a cheery classroom, and new friends await!
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Schools Around the World
by Ellen Lawrence
Discover a single room Maasai classroom in the Tanzanian desert that has a dirt floor and walls made from branches. Visit a school on a remote Scottish island that has just four pupils! Join Japanese students as they practice their monthly earthquake drill, and meet nomad children in Kenya who borrow books from a library that travels on the back of a camel.
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We Don't Eat Our Classmates: A Penelope Rex Book
by Ryan T. Higgins
It's the first day of school for Penelope Rex, and she can't wait to meet her classmates. But it's hard to make human friends when they're so darn delicious! That is, until Penelope gets a taste of her own medicine and finds she may not be at the top of the food chain after all. . . .
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How I Feel When I Hear No
by Ronit Farzam
An engaging story that uses imaginative metaphors to explore a child's anger when his mom tells him no.
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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!
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Goodnight School
by Catherine Bailey
As the sun sets, a security guard arrives to help this sleepy little school get some rest. From tucking in chairs to checking all the locks to listening to the silverware snoring, she makes her moonlit rounds. One by one, the lights are turning off and everyone is turning in. Well, everyone except for the turtle from 2A. Will this escapee make it back to bed on time?
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A Day with a Teacher
by Mari C. Schuh
Follow elementary school teacher Mr. Tucker for a full day. Learn about teachers' many jobs, including teaching, supervising, supporting, and mediating, as well as what they do before and after school, such as grade papers and create lesson plans.
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Something Good
by Kenneth Kraegel
This morning a little girl wakes up with a chicken on her head. (Ouch.) Then she finds worms in her cereal (after she's had a few bites--yuck!). Then she realizes, too late, that her boots are full of mud. Ack! Then her best friend ignores her, a big hole appears where it wasn't yesterday, and it starts to rain--cold rain, of course. Could this day get any worse? When a mysterious gift shows up out of nowhere, wrapped in a bow, the girl dares to wonder if it could finally be something good.
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Angel Draws a Dinosaur
by Pavonis Giron
After an exciting day at the museum, Angel is inspired! With all the art supplies he can gather, he knows the dinosaur he draws will be perfect. But soon, fear and frustration take root - why can't he seem to draw exactly what he sees in his head? And even worse, what if he keeps making mistakes?
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¡No Explotes! (Don't Blow Your Top!)
by Ame Dyckman
Todo el mundo se enfada a veces, hasta un volcancito. Pero con buenos consejos, Volcancito encuentra una manera de procesar sus ardientes emociones.Pasa un día en Paraíso con Volcancito y Volcanzote.
Everybody gets angry sometimes, even a little volcano. But with some rock-steady advice, Little Volcano finds a way to process their steamy emotions. Spend a day in Paradise with Little Volcano and Big Volcano.
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Sammy Feels Shy
by Tom Percival
Sammy loves having fun. Especially at home. But in big groups--like at school, birthday parties, even the ice cream truck--he doesn't love feeling like other people are looking at him, and it's really hard talking to other people. Everyone tells Sammy not to be so shy. But one day, it gets so hard and scary that he starts to turn pink, and then pinker--until he's bright pink all over!
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Big Kids
by K. L. Going
A young boy starting school feels intimidated when he sees all the big kids, but a new buddy helps him settle in.
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Gus and Sully: Ready for School
by Steve Light
It's time for Gus the rhino and Sully the mouse to start their morning routine, beginning with a nice big stretch. They've each got a special style: healthy breakfast for Gus and nothing but sugar-frosted for Sully. Up-and-down with the toothbrush for one, and side-to-side for the other. Sully's quick to put on pants one leg at a time, while Gus tries both legs in one (uh-oh, pants problem!). And though Gus carefully checks the necessary backpack items, and Sully stuffs everything inside but the kitchen sink, they're both super excited to head off to school. We're ready!
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What Are You Waiting For?
by Marcy Campbell
As they wait, children navigate the emotional roller coaster of anticipation and learn the importance of appreciating the experience when it falls short of expectations.
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Scarecited on the First Day of School
by Alliah L. Agostini
It's the first day of school for Afua! There's no one word to name her feelings. Is she scared? Excited? Oh wait, she's scarecited! Her own combination of both. Why should she have to choose?
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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.
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The Pigeon Has to Go to School!
by Mo Willems
The pigeon must go to school, but frets about math, learning the alphabet, heavy backpacks, and what the teacher and other birds will think of him.
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Little Grump Truck
by Amanda Driscoll
When Little Dump Truck is happy, the whole construction crew knows it. When she isn't happy, she becomes Little GRUMP Truck. She can't contain her mood--and soon it starts spreading to the rest of the trucks. When she closes her eyes to get away from her grumpies, she discovers that taking a quiet moment away from her troubles can shift her bad mood into reverse.
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Pierce County Library System
3005 112th St. E, Tacoma, Washington 98446
253-548-3300mypcls.org |
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