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Kindergarten : where kindness matters every day
by Vera Ahiyya
Leo, a quiet kid who is not ready for his first day of kindergarten, ends up having a great day when he makes a kindness pledge and discovers he knows a lot about being kind to others.
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Never, not ever!
by Bâeatrice Alemagna
When Pascaline, a little bat, screams“Never, Not Ever” in response to going to school, something extraordinary happens, which changes her mind.
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Isabel and her colores go to school
by Alexandra Alessandri
"English just feels wrong to Isabel. She prefers her native Spanish. As she prepares for a new school, she knows she's going to have to learn. Her first day is uncomfortable, until she employs her crayons and discovers there's more than one way to communicate with new friends"
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Mae's first day of school
by Kate Berube
Getting ready for her first day of school, nervous little Mae thinks of her innumerable worries--from not being able to read, to the other kids not liking her--until she decides to climb up into a tree to wait until school is over.
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The king of kindergarten
by Derrick Barnes
A Newbery Honor-winning author offers an empowering story about a confident little boy who takes pride in his first day of kindergarten, encouraging new students with a reassuring message about this exciting milestone.
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A thousand white butterflies
by Jessica Betancourt-Perez
Newly arrived from Colombia, Isabella's first day of school in the United States is cancelled because of snow and when Isabella notices a girl playing outside she makes a new friend, despite the language barrier
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And then comes school
by Tom Brenner
Perfect for returning students and first timers alike, this lively picture book celebrates the signs leading up to the start of school, such as cooler mornings and ripening apples, and the excitement of the first day.
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Tayra's not talking
by Lana Button
Tayra, the new girl in class, won't speak to anyone, not even the teacher, so Kitty decides to show her things instead of telling her, and soon the pair are communicating via pictures and gestures, drawing Tayra out of her shell.
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Lena's shoes are nervous : a first-day-of-school dilemma
by Keith Calabrese
Lena prepares for her first day of kindergarten and reports that while she is excited, her favorite shoes are too nervous and must be convinced by her supportive father that the day is actually going to be lots of fun.
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Bonaparte falls apart
by Margery Cuyler
Bonaparte, a little skeleton who is falling apart, asks for help pulling himself together while trying to get ready for school, compelling friends Franky Stein, Black Widow and Mummicula to suggest boneheaded ideas.
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Little Ghoul goes to school
by Jef Czekaj
This rollicking romp through a monster's first day of school follows Little Ghoul as he learns that school can be fun for all kinds of creatures.
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I'm telling you, Dex, kindergarten rocks!
by Katie Davis
Dexter knows everything there is to know about kindergarten and is not at all scared about his first day there, but his stuffed dog, Buster, is very nervous.
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My school unicorn
by Willow Evans
"It's almost time for Evie to go to school, but thinking about it makes her feel nervous...When Evie gets ready for school, though, she makes a magical discovery. Hidden inside the pocket of her dress is Bobby, a tiny school unicorn! Bobby has a very important job, helping children feel brave when they go to school. With her new magical friend by her side, Evie soon learns that starting school is LOTS of fun"
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Hurry, Little Tortoise, time for school!
by Carrie Finison
Determined not to be the last student to arrive on the first day of school, Little Tortoise is overtaken by Cheetah, Llama and a snail on a scooter, but the timely arrival of Mr. Sloth changes everything.
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Calvin
by JR Ford
Preparing for his first day with a new haircut that helps him look and feel like the boy he's always known himself to be, Calvin is nervous until he tells his teachers and friends his name and feels the support around him.
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Pearl goes to preschool
by Julie Fortenberry
A talented young dancer who loves attending classes at her mother’s ballet school asks nervous questions about what preschool will be like and whether or not she will be able to dance there, in a relatable story for new students struggling with separation anxiety.
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Not yet, Yeti
by Bethany V. Freitas
On his first day of kindergarten, Yeti learns about the importance of patience and perseverance when he tries to do new things perfectly the first time.
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Ready for kindergarten
by Bethany V. Freitas
With each spread featuring a different kid-friendly, kindergarten-ready activity, this picture book, written in a call-and-response format, follows a diverse cast of soon-to-be kindergartners as they get ready for their first day of school.
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My school = mi escuela
by Ginger Foglesong Guy
Simple bilingual text follows a group of children through a day at kindergarten.
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We don't eat our classmates
by Ryan T Higgins
When the class pet bites the finger of Penelope, a Tyrannosaurus rex, she finally understands why she should not eat her classmates, no matter how tasty they are.
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El Cucuy is scared, too!
by Donna Barba Higuera
Ramón is worried about his first day at a new school, but it helps to remind El Cucuy, the monster who lives in his cactus pot, of how brave and strong they both are
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Spot va a la escuela / Spot Goes to School
by Eric Hill
Spot the dog has an eventful first day at school. Illustrations feature lift-up flaps. | El perro Spot se pasa un primer día memorable a la escuela. Las ilustraciones incluyen faldas movibles que revelan otros caracteres y algunas sorpresas. | |
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Tool school
by Joan Holub
Five independent little tools, including a hammer, screwdriver, tape measure, saw and pliers, meet on their first day of school, where they make puzzles and play games before discovering that a building project must be completed through cooperative teamwork.
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First day critter jitters
by Jory John
Young animal students attending their first day of school navigate nervousness, apprehension and a tendency to hop around before meeting their Armadillo teacher, who is just as nervous as they are.
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Danbi leads the school parade
by Anna Kim
Thrilled to start at her new school in America before she renders her diverse class silent as the first Asian student most of them have ever seen, little Danbi uses the power of her imagination to make friends, learn the rules and lead everyone during a fun-filled parade.
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On the way to kindergarten
by Virginia L. Kroll
Celebrates the first five years of a young life as the great milestones, such as singing the ABCs, riding a carousel, and knowing the days of the week, are presented by a proud parent to his child as he heads to kindergarten to face his next great task and accomplishment. Reprint.
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Tomatoes in my lunchbox
by Costantia Manoli
Newly arrived from another country and a little scared on her first day of school, a young girl feels as though she doesn't fit in until one special connection—and a tomato—brings two worlds together.
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Countdown to kindergarten
by Alison McGhee
After hearing about all the horrors of school from a first grader, a little girl decides that school is not for her and has to find a way out as the first day of school draws ever closer.
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Mina belongs here
by Sandra Niebuhr-Siebert
"At Mina's kindergarten she listens to stories, songs, and chatter in an unfamiliar language. She tries out sounds that roar in her throat and tickle her tongue until the new words feel like her own. Then one day, Mina realises that this language now belongs to her, and she belongs to this new world"
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Amelia Bedelia's first day of school
by Herman Parish
The literal-minded first-grader's first day of school is filled with confusing adventures, yet friendships are formed, lessons learned, projects completed, and through it all, Mrs. Edwards, Amelia's teacher, offers gentle guidance.
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Twig
by Aura Parker
Heidi, a stick insect who is tall and long just like the twig of a tree, embarks on a busy first day of bug school, where her camouflage challenges her ability to make friends with bug classmates who cannot see her.
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School's first day of school
by Adam Rex
The best-selling author of Frankenstein Makes a Sandwich and the Coretta Scott King Honor-winning illustrator of Harlem's Little Blackbird present the story of how a school building shares jitters with the students on a first day of school.
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Tiptoe into kindergarten
by Jacqueline Rogers
Designed to ease children's fears of entering school, a kindergarten world of cubbies, blocks, and books is depicted through rhythmic text and warm and friendly pastels, watercolors, and inks.
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Sophie's shell
by Jo Rooks
Sophie the snail, eager to start school and have her many questions answered, is overcome by shyness and keeps popping into her shell until a new friend helps
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Ham and Pickles : first day of school
by Nicole Rubel
Pickles is nervous about her first day of school, but taking advice from her big brother Ham may not be the best idea, in a quirky story about first-day jitters.
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Butterflies on the first day of school
by Annie Silvestro
"Rosie can't wait to start kindergarten--she's had her pencils sharpened and her backpack ready for weeks. But suddenly, on the night before the big day, her tummy hurts. Rosie's mom reassures her that it's just butterflies in her belly, and she'll feel better soon. Much to Rosie's surprise, when she says hello to a new friend on the bus, a butterfly flies out of her mouth! As the day goes on, Rosie frees all her butterflies, and even helps another shy student let go of hers, too"
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Kindergarten, here I come!
by David Steinberg
Follows a child through kindergarten, from checking off a list of supplies for the first day through saying goodbye to the teacher on the last one
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That's not my name!
by Anoosha Syed
During her first day of school when her classmates mispronounce her name, Mirha shies away from correcting them, wondering if she should find a new one until her Mama helps her to see just how special her name is.
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The one and only Sparkella
by Channing Tatum
In this debut picture book from a leading actor, producer and director, a unique little girl has trouble fitting in at her new school, so her dad steps in to show her the importance of staying true to herself.
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Little Cliff's first day of school
by Clifton L. Taulbert
Little Cliff is terrified of starting school if it means leaving behind toys, home, and family, but with Mama Pearl's encouragement, he is able to overcome his first-day jitters.
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Mouse's first day of school
by Lauren Thompson
In a lively book filled with simple, energetic text and sweet illustrations, Mouse decides to hide inside a bright red backpack and ends up making a journey to school; while there, he discovers a world beyond his imagination, exploring colors, letters, numbers and finding new friends along the way.
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Dora goes to school = : Dora va a la escuela
by Leslie Valdes
On her way to school, Dora's teacher gets a flat tire on her bike and it is up to Dora and Boots to help her get to school before all the other students get there
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Is your buffalo ready for kindergarten?
by Audrey Vernick
Although kindergarten provides unique challenges for a young buffalo, he learns that one who follows the rules and tries his best will get along fine, in a heartwarming look at first-day-of-school jitters.
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The pigeon has to go to school!
by Mo Willems
The irrepressible Pigeon from the Caldecott Honor-winning Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! throws a fit over his worries about the first day of school, from heavy backpacks to finger paint on his feathers.
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The night before kindergarten
by Natasha Wing
To the rhythm of Clement C. Moore's famous Christmas poem, children get ready for the first day of school by packing school supplies, posing for pictures, and saying goodbye to Mom and Dad.
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