Back-to-school season is the perfect time to encourage young readers to dive into books that reflect their own experiences. Whether it’s first-day nerves, the excitement of meeting a new teacher, or the challenge of making new friends, stories help children process their feelings and build confidence. Chattahoochee Valley Libraries offer a variety of books that make school feel a little less scary and a lot more fun! Titles that focus on kindness, curiosity, and classroom adventures are great picks to start the year off right. Here is some suggested reading:
The Nervous Dragon: A Story About Overcoming Back-To-School Worries by DK
Blaze the dragon is nervous about his first day of school. He can’t breathe fire and is worried he’ll be the odd dragon out. Will Blaze learn how to fire away his worries and enjoy school?
The Crayons Go Back to School by Drew Daywalt
The crayons are preparing to return to school, each excited about a favorite subject. They’re eager to make new friends and especially look forward to their favorite time of day—art class.
All Are Welcome by Alexandra Penfold
Follow a group of children through a day in their school where everyone is warmly welcomed. At this school, students from all backgrounds learn from and celebrate each other’s traditions.
First Day Critter Jitters by Jory John
The animals are anxious about the first day of school. Sloth is worried about being late, Snake has trouble putting on his backpack, and Bunny fears she will be unable to sit still in class. They’re surprised to discover their teacher is just as nervous about the first day! The animals work together to help one another through their jitters.
These books—and many more—are available for checkout at the Chattahoochee Valley Libraries. Stop by and discover your next back-to-school adventure!