First Day of Kindergarten Jitters? Read This

by Freya Hooper

This week I am going to take on a timely topic, the first day of Kindergarten.  As many of you approach this milestone, it is great to have a book that gets your child excited about the day.  

While there may be some nerves - I was talking about your child, but I know parent's need to get used to the idea too - sharing a book that doesn't dismiss a child's feelings, but also focuses on the great things to come is a terrific way to start.

I hope these books inspire your child to see Kindergarten as a wonderful adventure and have a laugh at the same time!  Reading about the first day just couldn't set a better example of how books will play an important role in their education.  See how I brought in that educational component ... now how can you not read them a book?

To see my other recommendations for the first day of Kindergarten, visit my blog at www.onegreatbook.com

Title:          First Day Jitters

Author:      Julie Danneberg

Target:       Kindergarten - Grade 3

What this book is about:

This book follows Sarah Hartwell on her first day at a new school.  Of course she is full of jitters, afraid she won’t make friends, and feels a little nervous and anxious.  Mr. Hartwell tries to reassure her all will be fine, and (I hate to give away the twist at the end, but...) it turns out that Sarah is the new teacher in the class.

Why I love this book:

Well this book just surprises the reader at the end, and I love books that turn kid’s expectations upside down.  The idea  that someone besides themselves, someone who shouldn’t be nervous, actually is, can be very reassuring for kids - and funny!

The illustrations are colorful and well done as they hide Sarah’s true identity until the end, making the big reveal all the more fun.

Who this book is for:

The nice thing about this book is that it is not simply targeted at kindergarten, but any child going into a new environment.

Final thoughts:

Teachers have feelings too!

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