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School's First Day of School

by Adam Rex Publisher: ROARING BROOK PR

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A first day seen from the school’s side

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Awards & Recognition

  • Author recognition

    By New York Times bestselling author Adam Rex

    Adam Rex is described as a New York Times bestselling author.

  • Critical praise

    School Library Journal starred review

    Starred review; the review calls it an essential purchase and a perfect first-day read-aloud.

AlbakiReads Editorial

A first day seen from the school’s side

At Frederick Douglass Elementary, the first day brings nerves not only for the children but for the school itself. Telling the story from the building’s point of view, the book turns a familiar school milestone into a shared experience: everyone is wondering how the day will go, and the school gradually recognizes that it is not alone in feeling uncertain. Its focus on first-day jitters gives the picture book a clear starting point for talking about entering a new place and meeting new people.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children ages 4–8 preparing for or reflecting on a first day of school
  • Families and educators seeking a picture book to open conversation about school nerves
  • Read-aloud settings focused on school and education

Themes

Starting schoolFirst-day jittersShared uncertaintyBelonging

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Book overview

"An essential purchase that is simultaneously funny, frank, and soothing. A perfect first day read-aloud."― School Library Journal, starred review

A heartwarming and clever first day of school tale, from New York Times bestsellers Adam Rex (The Legend of Rock, Paper, Scissors) and Christian Robinson (Last Stop on Market Street).

It's the first day of school at Frederick Douglass Elementary and everyone's just a little bit nervous, especially the school itself. What will the children do once they come? Will they like the school? Will they be nice to him?

The school has a rough start, but as the day goes on, he soon recovers when he sees that he's not the only one going through first-day jitters.

This delightful back-to-school picture book told from the POV of the school is a great read-aloud, and perfect for readers of all ages.

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