On the first day of kindergarten, most children are anxious to get started. However, there is no need to be apprehensive! Here are some books that can help ease the transition.
1. The Night Before Kindergarten by Natasha Wing
The melodic rhyme of any “The Night Before” story is a classic bedtime treat. This story follows kids as they get their bags ready and try to get some shut-eye as they are filled with excitement for the next day, the first day of kindergarten!
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2. The Berenstain Bears Go To School by Stan & Jan Berenstain
The Berensteins are back with another fun-filled adventure. This time, all the kids are heading off to school, and Sister Bear is about to go to Kindergarten. She is very nervous but Brother Bear is there with her, every step of the way.
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3. WooHoo! I’m Ready for Kindergarten! by Brenda Li
This is an adorable book that will help kids see what the routine in kindergarten will look like. From the morning routine to lunchtime, making friends, and getting picked up by mom and dad after a fun-filled day.
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4. On the First Day of Kindergarten by Tish Rabe
Share this book with kids who have school jitters and show them it’s not such a scary place. The book is adapted from the classic “12 Days of Christmas” and follows a fun layout.
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5. A Letter From Your Teacher On The First Day of School by Shannon Olsen
This heartwarming book is written from a teacher’s perspective and is the perfect way to show kids how much love their teacher must give. There is no way they will be nervous about meeting their new teacher after hearing this sweet book before bedtime.
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6. The Queen of Kindergarten by Derrick Barnes and Venessa Brantley-Newton
Love and kindness are the order of the day at MJ’s kindergarten. Armed with new braids and her mom’s sparkly tiara, MJ is ready to have fun at kindergarten and be kind to her new friends.
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7. The Day You Begin by Jaqueline Woodson
Starting a new adventure in kindergarten can be very scary, but through this beautiful book, kids will see how brave they can be and how their uniqueness will be celebrated in their pristine environment.
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8. Little Critter: First Day of School by Mercer Mayer
The nostalgia-filled Little Critter adventures are perfect for parents and kids to enjoy together. Kids get to lift the flaps to see what Little Critter has prepared for school in a fun, interactive story.
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9. Benny the Brave in The First Day Jitters by Julie Anne and Darren Penn
Whether you are on planet earth or a far far away planet, the first day of school seems very scary. But Team Supercrew is here to save the day! Benny the Brave will show Sarah how to be brave and face any challenge head-on.
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10. Kindergarten, Here I Come! by D.J Steinberg
This clever picture book takes kids on a journey through all the big milestones of kindergarten. It is perfect for the first day but there are also rhymes for the first field trip, the 100th day of school, graduation, and more.
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