Wednesday, August 7, 2013

Off to School

School is starting within the next week.  So here are some great school stories for your kids . . .

Amelia Bedelia's First Day of School by Herman Parish
A literal-minded first-grader's first day of school is filled with confusing adventures, much to her delight.

How Do Dinosaurs Go to School? by Jane Yolen
Illustrations and rhyming text depict dinosaurs as they ride the bus to school, jump on top of their desks, read their favorite books, and have fun on the playground with all of their friends.

I'm Not Ready! by Jonathan Allen
When Baby Owl doesn't feel ready to start school, he delays by picking up his toys, brushing his feathers, and taking care of Owly, his stuffed animal.

Mom, It's My First Day of Kindergarten! by Hyewon Yum
A five-year-old boy, ready and eager on his first day at "the big kids' school," must calm his very worried mother.

The Night Before Preschool by Natasha Wing
In rhyming text based on "The Night Before Christmas," Billy is too nervous to sleep the night before he begins preschool, but a kind teacher and new friends fill the day with fun.

Pete the Cat: Rocking in My School Shoes by Eric Litwin
Pete the cat wears his school shoes when visiting the library, the lunchroom, the playground, and more while singing his special song.

You Can't Go to School Naked by Dianne Billstrom
A little boy's parents warn him of the dangers of going to school naked, and he eventually agrees to wear clothes, but only if he can pick his outfits.

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